The Fourth Monday of Easter

I am the gate. Whoever enters through me will be saved, and will come in and go out and find pasture. A thief comes only to steal and slaughter and destroy; I came so that they might have life and have it more abundantly.

Jesus is our gateway to heaven and eternal life. It is through following his teachings and example that we can enter paradise and experience the glorious and awe-inspiring presence of the Holy Trinity. It is through his Life, Passion, Death, and Resurrection that we are given the opportunity to be saved and become holy people. He offers us spiritual nourishment through the sacraments and constant protection from the evil influences in our lives which try to lead us astray, steal our souls, and lead us to the fires of Hell. He is the source, center, and summit of our lives and when we accept his love, mercy, and grace, we are rewarded with more fruitful lives. All we have to do is to seek out the truth, knock at the door of God’s Divine Mercy, and ask for His sanctifying grace to pour into our hearts.

Where are our lives leading us? Are we seeking truth, forgiveness, and holiness? Are we willing to follow the narrow path to heaven?

O Lord, help us to live more abundantly.

Amen.