Blessed are they who hope in the Lord.
He is like a tree
planted near running water,
That yields its fruit in due season,
and whose leaves never fade.
Whatever he does, prospers.

 – From Psalm 1

Placing our hope in the Lord is no mere positive outlook on life. When we place our trust and hope in Jesus this is an organic reality as much in line with a tree that is planted by running water where its roots can drink of its steady supply. Connected to Jesus we are nourished and transformed.

No matter how small or big a challenge or issue we may be facing, each time we turn to Jesus and seek his help our faith grows. When life is going well and we turn to him in thanksgiving, our faith grows. Our relationship with him who is alive and well in our lives expands. Jesus is an infinite source, an eternal running stream of love for us that never runs out!

We can face any situation because we have an open hand always extended to lead and guide us. Let us take the hand of Jesus this morning and allow him to lead us into all the events and experiences of our day and continue to draw deep breaths from his love and living water.

Photo: Where I find my source each evening. Rosary walk, St. Vincent De Paul Regional Seminary, Boynton Beach, FL.

Link for the Mass readings for Thursday, October 12, 2023