O Adonai, Lord, great art thou, and glorious in thy power, and no one can overcome thee.
Judith 16:16. Douay-Rheims Bible.
My God, I firmly believe that Thou art everywhere present and seest all things...cleanse my heart from all vain, wicked, and distracting thoughts. Enlighten my understanding, and inflame my will, that I may pray with reverence, attention, and devotion.
Reflect on the quote for a while. Read it over a few times. Sit quietly and consider this: What obstacle is impeding you from greater holiness? Is it a specific person, place, or thing? Did you know and do you believe that God has all the power? Have you asked God to help you overcome your obstacles?
Almighty and eternal God, I adore Thee, and I thank Thee for all the benefits which Thou, in Thy infinite goodness and mercy, hast conferred upon me.
Based on this reflection, I resolve to avoid: Pride
My God, I offer Thee these resolutions; unless Thou deignest to bless them, I can not be faithful to them.
