Scripture, Reflection and Prayer for Friday, December 17, 2010

My heart and my flesh give a shout of joy for the living God.
Psalms 84:3

Reflection: Desire to see God, be fearful of losing Him, and find joy in everything that can lead to Him. If you act in this way, you will always live in great peace.
- St. Theresa of Avila


Prayer: Living God, let me desire to see You and make use of everything that leads to You. Grant that I may live in such a way as to gain the blessed vision of You in heaven.

From: Every Day Is A Gift (Catholic Book Publishing Corp., New York)