Today I was thinking of the past. I can be haunted by mistakes I have made and things that I wish were different. I decided to continue listening to a podcast of the life of St. Ignatius of Loyola. This particular chapter described how Ignatius suffered from “Scruples” defined as a condition of self-criticism and worry over past mistakes. Despite his intense fasting and praying, he struggled for a long time. However, he faithfully stayed on course. Eventually they subsided and God blessed Ignatius tremendously with an incredible vision and direction. Listening to the story brought me comfort and peace. I felt God was speaking directly to me. Perhaps I won’t see a vision, but I trust that God will help me.

I Found God today in a reminder of God’s healing presence.