Memorial of Saint Clare, virgin

Write down the vision Clearly upon the tablets, so that one can read it readily. For the vision still has its time, presses on to fulfillment, and will not disappoint; If it delays, wait for it, it will surely come, it will not be late. The rash man has no integrity; but the just man, because of his faith, shall live.

We must trust in God’s Justice if we want to be good and faithful servants to Him. We cannot let setbacks, sufferings, and challenges shake our faith. We cannot let the fortunes and successes of others, especially our enemies, make us jealous or angry. We do not know the whole picture. Perhaps our difficulties will lead us or others to a better place, situation, or life. We cannot predict what tomorrow will bring for us… good and bad. We can only trust that whatever it is... we will become better people if we take it on in the name of Jesus Christ and with the firm intention to do what is right and just.

Do we trust God as we ought to? Are we willing to let go of our feelings of disappointment and jealousy and give God a chance to work in our lives as He sees fit? How can we become more patient in our faith lives?

O Lord, make us into a just and enduring people.

Amen.