St. Thérèse of Lisieux (The Little Flower) realized something depressing: She wasn't strong enough to be a great martyr like St. Joan of Arc. She wasn't smart enough to be a theologian. She fell asleep during prayer.
The Elevator to Heaven
She read in Scripture: "Whoever is a little one, let him come to me." She decided to engage an elevator to heaven: The Arms of Jesus. Her "Little Way" is simple:
- Accept your weakness.
- Trust completely in God's mercy.
- Do every tiny action (folding laundry, smiling at annoying people) with immense love.
The Rose Novena
She promised: "I will spend my heaven doing good on earth. I will let fall a shower of roses." Millions of people pray her novena hoping for a sign (a rose).
Don't be big. Be little. Start the 9-Day Novena to St. Thérèse on the MyPrayerTower app.
A Prayer for Grace
As you reflect on these spiritual truths, we invite you to join us in this prayer:
"Lord Jesus, we thank You for the wisdom of the Church and the witness of the saints. Grant us the grace to live out our faith with joy and perseverance. May our prayers be a sweet incense rising to Your throne, and may Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Amen."
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May God bless you and keep you always in His grace.