Monday, October 22, 2018

Monday, October 22, 2018

Monday, October 22, 2018: (St. John Paul II)

Jesus said: “My people, I give you life, your soul, and your faith as the true treasures of this world. Remember you are here to know, love, and serve Me. You are not here to accumulate wealth, but to share it with your neighbors. Do not try to control people with your wealth, but use it to feed people and support them in their needs. By being gracious with your gifts, you will store up treasure in heaven. My faithful also need to reach out and share My Good News and your faith with others, so they can come to know and love Me. Your spiritual gifts and prayers are more valuable than all of your wealth and possessions. Look at the rich man in the Gospel who stored up riches for himself, but he did not prepare his soul to meet Me in his judgment at death. I give everyone a set length of time on this earth. So use your time wisely and do not forget to keep your soul close to Me with frequent Confession. By keeping your soul holy and clean, then you will be ready for your judgment on the day I call you home to Myself in death. Today, you are celebrating the feast of St. John Paul II, and you should be thankful for his gift of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. You need to keep a copy of this book in your home, so you can use it to defend the faith against any evil heresies. Trust in Me to protect you from any heretics or evil people, for I am more powerful than all the demons.”

Jesus said: “My son, you are making preparations for winter by taking in your hoses, closing your storm windows, and getting your snow blower ready. You also put away your lawn chairs and your window air conditioners. When it gets cold, you also will need your hat and gloves. Each season has its own things to get ready. Your spiritual life should be ready all year round with your prayers, Masses, Adoration, and frequent Confession. You always need to be ready to meet Me at your judgment when you will die. You could die at any time, which is why you should always be prepared for your judgment. Many people may be prepared for your seasons of hot and cold, but not everyone is concerned to be spiritually ready for their death. Death can come suddenly in an accident or a heart attack. Terminal cases, like cancer, can take some time, but the soul has time to get right with Me. All Christians should recognize their mortal nature, and be prepared to die. Some people put off their spiritual preparation because they think they have many years to live. Do not put off getting and keeping your soul clean, because you may not have time, if you die suddenly. You are not ready to live, unless you are ready to die and meet Me at your judgment.”