Appearing Beautiful On The Outside

Jesus, give us the courage to see ourselves as You see us. We are flawed in so many ways, yet You love us and want us to let You help us to be whole. O Lord, we want to look in the mirror and love ourselves as You love us. We are consumed with concern for superficial appearance rather than spiritual beauty. We struggle to look good to impress our friends as if their opinion of us is all important. Jesus, help us to relax and rest in Your arms so that You can make us whole and beautiful inside and outside. Amen. Matthew 23: 27-32

Responsorial Psalm
You have searched me and You know me, Lord.

Today's Intention
Those struggling with pride.

Today's Saint
Saint Martha, Pray For Us!

Today's Thought
Walk down the aisles of beauty and health items at your local store. See how many products are devoted to helping us to "look good" on the outside. Look for the aisle that is devoted to products aimed at developing inner beauty.

Immaculate Heart of Mary, Pray For Us! Amen.