Bible Verse:
"If you wish to be a follower of mine, deny yourself and take up your cross each day, and follow
me." - Luke 9:23
Reflection:
What is it that God wants you to give up for Him?
Prayer:
May I be constantly be aware, Lord, of all the things in my life that block me from following You -- and may I be ready
to give them up for You!
Bible Verse:
Then light shall rise for you in the darkness and the gloom shall become for you like midday.
- Isaiah 58:10
Reflection:
Just when we have given up on life, the Father embraces us with loving hope.
Prayer:
Father, help us to believe in ourselves in the way You believe in us.