"Nothing is more pleasing to God than unshaken faith and confidence in the midst of darkness. Make a great practice of acts of confidence even when you feel nothing. It is just in these moments of dryness and darkness that these acts are most meritorious."                   ~Blessed Columba Marmion

For Reflection: Why do I think God is pleased with unshaken faith and confidence in the midst of darkness? What act of confidence can I make now?

Experience Grace In Abundance: Ten Strategies for Your Spiritual Life NEW! by Johnnette Benkovic Pb 304 pages Click Here For More Information:                            STRATEGY 3 Make Use Of The Sacraments

Reaping the Benefits of the Sacrament: How to Make a Good Confession

Mother Teresa of Calcutta says:

The first lesson of the heart of Jesus is our examination of conscience: Know thyself. The examination of conscience consists of facing ourselves with Jesus. We should not waste time looking at our misery, but we are rather to look into His light.