Mary Pondered Many Things In Her Heart
My Lord and My God
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“Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine.” Isaiah 43:1
As I was returning to my pew after receiving Jesus, I closed my eyes and quietly began my time with my God and my Lord. In my mind, I saw the Blessed Mother, Mary Magdalene and St. John walking towards me. Our Blessed Mother took my hand and quietly said, “Come follow us.” They led me to the foot of the cross. There I saw my crucified Lord suffering so. To see Jesus in such pain and agony, took my breath way as tears flowed down my face.
Our Blessed Mother whispered, “Jesus has accomplished it all for you. He has redeemed you. It is finished. Stay at the foot of the cross always. Every time you receive Jesus go to the foot of the cross.”
As I was gazing upon my crucified Jesus, I looked to the side and saw my family coming to the cross. I saw countless members of my family both past and present kneel down before the cross. Again, our Blessed Mother whispered, “It is accomplished. Jesus has redeemed all of your family. Stay at the foot of the cross. It is here all will be purified and sanctified.” With tears in my eyes, I whispered, “My God how I love you, my Jesus.”
We need the sure security of Jesus Christ crucified ever before us because life is so unpredictable and things can change in an instant. We need to receive Jesus in the Eucharist so we can be anchored in Him in the midst of the many challenges and storms facing us each day.
Reflection:
“He delivered us from the power of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of His beloved Son, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.” Colossians 31:13-14
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About the Author
Connie Beckman resides in Helena Montana with her husband and their dog Chewie and their two cats Heidi and Bailey. A number of years ago, she was the editor and feature story writer for a small bi-weekly newspaper. Connie has been published in a number of Catholic magazines. Margaret Ann Stimatz, Ruth Lloyd, and Connie co-authored a 40-day-reflection booklet entitled: Mercy for Little Souls which contains tidbits about the late Father Stu Long's powerful ministry with quotes from the Diary of Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska: Divine Mercy In My Soul. Mercy for Little Souls is available at Beyond.227.org. Her desire as a writer is to encourage Catholic spiritual growth by sharing the truths of the faith through the written word addressing a variety of subjects. "Go out to all the world and tell the good news." Mark 16:15.
