“So whatever you wish that men would do to you, do so to them; for this is the law and the prophets. Enter by the narrow gate; for the gate is wide and the way is easy, that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. For the gate is narrow and the way is hard, that leads to life, and those who find it are few.” Matthew 7:12-14. St. Alphonsus Liguori said, The kingdom of Heaven is not obtained by taking one ease, but by violence. Not violence to others, but to ourselves.
Let us pray, Lord Jesus, You teach us that the road to blessedness is not the easy path, but one of commitment, hardship, and self-sacrifice. Grant us the grace to embrace this narrow way that leads to salvation. Amen. “Let your light shine!!” Be blessed. Larry.
