Why Me Lord?

Amidst heavy burdens and trials,

Amidst life’s difficulties,

I have often asked God this question,

“Why me Lord? Why this, Lord?”

One day, in a soft gentle voice in my heart

He answered me.

“But why not you, my child?

It is you I have chosen to share with Me

This cross, this special privilege

I know you can bear it patiently for My sake

Because I will give you the strength for it…

My strength

I know this cross will bring you closer to Me

because you will need to depend on Me

completely

I know you will come out of this cross with victory

As my own cross ended in victory too.

My child, today I give you My love, My hope, and My joy.

A burning love that will pull you through all difficulties in life

A hope that will keep you persevering

Knowing that trials are temporary

And a victory always awaits those who trust in Me,

A joy not without pain

But a joy despite pain and suffering

A joy that will be your weapon and strength in adversity

A joy that will touch the hearts of many

A joy planted deep in your soul and no one can take away from you.

I know you will be a good witness of my great love, My child,

That is why I share my cross with you.”

I answered:

“Lord, now I understand.

Give me the grace to accept each cross I carry

As a special privilege rather than a burden,

Even just saying it seems hard, Lord

But with you at my side always

I’ll pull through with courage. Amen.”