“Know this, My daughter: if you strive for perfection you will sanctify many souls; and if you do not strive for sanctity, by the same token, many souls will remain imperfect. Know that their perfection will depend on your perfection, and the greater part of the responsibility for these souls will fall on you” Divine Mercy in my soul # 1165
God’s Divine Will does make demands upon the soul. We must strive for perfection. How does this demand fall upon our shoulders?
When we are striving for perfect sanctification others witness see our effort and follow. We have responsibility for bringing souls to Heaven, what easier way than to simply lead by example.
“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hid. Nor do men light a lamp and put it under a bushel, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.“ Matthew 5:14-16
Let your light shine. In the darkness of our world, one single light can draw many souls to be intrigued if nothing else. The key is to be who you are all the time. This means that you are not Catholic only at Mass. We are Catholic all the time whether at work, home or the sporting arena. We are Catholic brothers, sisters, sons, daughters, fathers, mothers and friends.
Do you live your faith in all places and situations?
“I am striving for sanctity, because in this way I shall be useful to the Church. I try faithfully to follow Jesus. And I deposit this whole series of daily virtues—silent, hidden, almost imperceptible, but made with great love—in the treasury of God’s Church for the common benefit of souls. I feel interiorly as if I were responsible for all souls. I know very well that I do not live for myself alone, but for the entire Church.” Divine Mercy in my soul # 1505