“Behold I stand at the gate and knock” (Rev. 3. 20)
Jesus stands at the door of my heart, patiently, uncomplainingly. How long has He been there? A year? Ten years? I have been afraid to let Him in.
Jesus knocks: “Open to Me, My Beloved.” My heart has been closed fast in spite of His calls, His inspirations, the appeals of His grace. How long? I have heard Him knocking, I have pretended I did not, I have longed He would go away. My God, how I must have pained You; but do not go away, wait a little longer.
I look out timidly to see who is calling. Why should I be afraid to let Him in? He has come to me, I have not sought Him. What love He must have for me! Jesus, why am I afraid of You, afraid to let You come into my heart?
October 6, 2024
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on Thoughts for October 6 from Fr Willie Doyle.
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Fear…Jesus said to not be afraid, Pope Saint John Paul II said not to be afraid. Here we read that Father Doyle encourages not to fear.
Jesus seeks us out, that’s how much He loves us- the God/Man Who loves us eternally, our friend, our brother. Fear holds us back, closes the door, isolates us.
Father Doyle please help us to not fear to be one with the Lord, to not fear to go “the extra mile” for one in need, to not fear surrendering to the Lord, to not fear drawing close to Our Lady and Saint Joseph. These are our helps, and in them all we find courage and strength. Thank you, God.