Twelfth Tuesday of Ordinary Time

Enter through the narrow gate; for the gate is wide and the road broad that leads to destruction, and those who enter through it are many. How narrow the gate and constricted the road that leads to life. And those who find it are few.

Staying on the right path is a constant struggle in our lives. We are continually tempted toward sin and selfishness and away from virtue and self-sacrifice. If we are not careful, we can be led astray by our passions or indifference and find ourselves on the wide road to destruction. Jesus never told us that his Way would be easy to follow. But we should spend every moment trying to find and stay on the narrow path to God because it is the only road to eternal life. This is why we should make sure our footsteps are lit by the lights of faith, hope, and love. Without them we are lost, but with them we will be able to walk securely and live a life worthy of passing through the heavenly gates.

What are the temptations, sins, and distractions that are leading us toward the wide road of destruction? How can we live more virtuous and selfless lives? In what ways can we help others stay upon the narrow path to heaven?

O Lord, lead us to your heavenly gates and life everlasting with you.

Amen.