+Once the Lord said to me, Act like a beggar who does not back away when he gets more alms [than he asked for], but offers thanks the more fervently.  You too, should not back away and say that you are not worthy of receiving greater graces when I give them to you.  I know you are unworthy, but rejoice all the more and take as many treasures from My Heart as you can carry, for then you will please Me more.  And I will tell you one more thing — take these graces not only for yourself, but also for others; that is, encourage the souls with whom you come in contact to trust in My infinite mercy.  Oh, how I love those souls who have complete confidence in Me — I will do everything for them. 

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Reflection:  Jesus seems to be telling Saint Faustina not to hold back.  Take as many treasures from His Heart, take as many graces for yourself and others; Then Give Thanks! Rejoice!

Today's words are a message of encouragement.  Encourage your own heart and encourage souls that you meet.  

Try today to allow yourself to take "greedily" from the Heart of Jesus.  Then one more thing:  encourage at least one other soul for the sake of your confidence in the love and mercy of Jesus.

Jesus, help me today to take all of the treasures and graces from Your Heart that You want to give me.  Help me to use those graces and treasures to encourage someone else in my life.  Show me that person Lord. Give me a vision of Your Love for them, and help me to act rightly according to Your Spirit. Thank you for the many treasures and graces that you have poured upon me and for giving me the opportunity to share in your work of encouraging souls to trust in Your Infinite Mercy!  Jesus, I give thanks!  Jesus, I rejoice!

 

 Jesus, I trust in You!

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Saint Faustina, pray for us!!!

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"Used with permission of the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception of the B.V.M.”