Reflect
According to St. Bonaventure, once, after St. Francis happened upon a leper, and a sense of revulsion turned to compassion, he felt light and peaceful. Francis then longed for solitude—opportunities to be alone with God. After some time of prayerful solitude, St. Francis had a vision of Jesus nailed to the cross. This vision brought the holy man to tears and prompted a desire to let go of possessions, take up his cross, and follow Jesus.
Pray
St. Francis,
Perhaps not all are invited
to live the level of poverty that you were.
However, please pray for me that I, too,
May have my moments alone with God,
That I, too, may feel God’s presence,
That I, too, might get a strong sense
of God’s particular call for me.
Amen.
Act
Solitude can be tough for many. Most of us have great responsibilities, creating a cacophony of noise and troublesome thoughts. Nonetheless, try today to take a just few moments to pray, to find a bit of time alone with God.
1 thought on “Solitude, then Conversion”
Lord Jesus Christ, make us a servant of love for your kingdom, that we may seek to serve rather than be served. Inflame our hearts with your love that we may give generously and serve others joyfully for your sake. Amen.