Dealing With Problems

I thank you, O Kind and Benevolent God, for you have instructed me not to let my heart become troubled and, instead, trust that You are with me and care about what the future holds for me.  Despite these uplifting words, when I get discouraged or I grow disillusioned by the way things are not … Read more

Most Merciful Jesus, I live in the shadow of constant danger over which I have no control.  My circumstances are like a provoked and angry giant who awakens from a slumber to agitate me and invade my space with chaos and bad outcomes.  During these times, I long for Your protection, shelter and wisdom in … Read more

O God of Wisdom, I am grateful that I can count on You to instruct me and teach me the way I am to live.  It is Your hands and eyes that guide me on how to run my race.  If I lack wisdom on how to deal with issues and problems, I can ask … Read more

I praise You, O Lord, for You are my Rock . . . my rudder in the storm.  When I am sad or discouraged, You lift my sagging spirit.  When I wait patiently for You, You turn to me and give an attentive ear to my cry.  Therefore, I will keep my focus on You … Read more

Most Valiant Savior, You have cautioned me to be serious and vigilant because I have an enemy who stalks around with stealth seeking anyone he can entrap and ensnare.  You’ve command me to resist his enticements and hold my ground by standing on my faith.  You have promised that if I make my stand using … Read more

Most Understanding Lord, my human nature often leads me into occasions of sin.  You know each situation and judge me based on the difficulties I face in overcoming it.  What matters most to You is my sincerity and perseverance in overcoming each temptation.  Before I can ever subdue my weaknesses, I must want to change … Read more

Have mercy on me, O Lord.  Blot out my transgressions … wash away my iniquity … and, cleanse me from my sins.  You have had a front row seat to my struggles in overcoming sin.  Only You possess the power necessary to release me from the shackles I find myself bound to today.  I understand … Read more

Most Triumphant Lord, I implore Your help in defeating the sinful yearnings of my flesh.  You came, suffered, died, were buried and rose from the dead to set me free from sin and my fleshly weaknesses.  The gift of freedom that You gave me was not for me to do whatever I wanted to do … Read more

Most Caring Lord, it is consoling to know that because You suffered and were tempted, as a human, You understand the things I go through.  In Your compassion, You help me through my struggles.  Realizing that You suffered and faced trials, like me, helps me face mine.  Because You relate to my anguish, You are … Read more

I praise and glorify You, My Strong Defender, for in the midst of my calamities and distress You have heard my cries and come to my rescue.  Though troubles and heartache have tried to drown me in sorrow, You have been there to hold my hand and speak words of comfort.  I was surrounded by … Read more