To imitate and live out the love of Christ is not possible for man by his own strength alone. He becomes capable of this love only by virtue of a gift received …. Christ's gift is his Spirit.
Extend your mercy towards others, so that there can be no one in need whom you meet without helping. For what hope is there for us if God should withdraw His Mercy from us?
From Mary we learn to surrender to God's Will in all things. From Mary we learn to trust even when all hope seems gone. From Mary we learn to love Christ her Son and the Son of God!
How can this be? This same world that applauds me one moment, laughs at me the next? From this day onward, I will turn my back to it and seek out a better life.
Christ remains primary in your life only when he enjoys the first place in your heart and mind. Thus you must continually unite yourself to him in prayer. Without prayer there is no joy, no hope, no peace. For prayer is what keeps us in touch with Christ.