Saturday, June 22nd
St. Paulinus of Nola
Jesus said to His Disciples, "There is no need to be afraid, little flock, for it has pleased you Father to give you the Kingdom … Get yourselves … treasure that will not fail you … for where your treasure is, there will your heart be also."
Luke 12:32-35

Each and every one of the Father's beloved children who has committed heart and mind to the service of His Heavenly Father and of his fellow-men has already entered the Kingdom. Failures and setbacks he will indeed experience until his life on earth is ended, but these are part of the fabric of his progress as they are offered to My saving love. And no grief or sadness need be suffered without My consoling, strengthening Presence.

Take in the knowledge and understanding of these deep, simple truths as you draw in each breath: breathe out your praise and thanksgiving as you come and go. And know that as you make your way from day to day along the path designed for you in faith and trust, love and integrity, you gather up the treasure offered you. And others use the wealth the Father has bestowed on you as you are faithful to His will and loving purpose.

Rejoice, then, in your treasure. Expend and be expended in the wealth that you possess and glorify the Father constantly.