warmth in heart

Very honestly, works and plenty of cares that I deal with, bring me into such a hectic mannerism. I keep thinking of 'what could come next', a bit of anxiety. One file out and another in, to me feels like something endless, perhaps because this kind of circumstance is quite new for me. Thus I think of this as a time to adjust myself in order to respond positively and even gratefully whatever might come, because the Lord's love is everywhere present. Glory to God.

One thing that I plea to God is that He may grant me the remembrance of His wondrous acts and genuine love through out my days. Sometimes it is not easy for me in my weaknesses to keep focused on His holy name and to be in his presence while other things seem really demanding immediate attention. Lord, have mercy! I am still in the process of learning that prayer comes with the work and the work with prayers. Toils sometimes can wear me out, but knowing it as a path of joy and abiding in Him, my heart is so much comforted. O how sweet is Thy presence, Lord Jesus Christ!

When morning comes, may my heart be instantly tuned to His radiant countenance. In every step, when affliction, temptation and passions comes on the way, may Thy sweet name, Thy invincible protection be my consolation. How gladsome it is to be surrounded by the love and companionship of Thy holy ones. Through the prayers of Holy Theotokos and all the saints have mercy on us and save us. Ameyn!