Lessons to be Learned from the Glorious Life of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament of the Altar
“How lovely are Thy tabernacles, O Lord of Hosts! My soul longeth and fainteth for the courts of the Lord. My heart and my flesh have rejoiced in the living God.”
—Psalm 83:2–3
—Psalm 83:2–3
First Prelude: Imagine Jesus saying, “I am come to cast fire upon the earth, and what will I but that it be kindled?”
Second Prelude: Ask Jesus to help you grow in love and knowledge of His Sacred Heart.
First Point: In the Blessed Sacrament, Jesus Teaches Us the Essence of Real Renown.
When we look at Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, hidden under the humble appearance of bread, we see no signs of earthly beauty or luxury. Kings on earth live in grand palaces decorated with gold and gems. But Jesus, the King of Heaven and earth, often chooses to be in quiet, simple places that don’t have much.
Even though angels are always near Him, we cannot see them. Many times, He is left all alone, visited only by the poor. Still, even in these hidden, lonely places, Jesus remains the great and glorious God. He shows us His majesty not through riches, but by choosing poverty and simplicity.
He was born in a stable, lived in a humble home, and had no place to lay His head when He died. Jesus didn’t want worldly glory. He wanted to show us that true greatness comes from loving God and seeking the joys of Heaven—not from riches or being famous.
So, how do we treat honor and praise? Do we still chase after admiration from others? Do we forget that real happiness is found in loving and serving Jesus?
Ask yourself: Do I value the honor of being with Jesus in Holy Communion? Do I feel joy knowing I get to receive Him and be close to Him? Does this help me turn away from worldly temptations?
Second Point: We Are Called to Glorify Jesus by a Holy Life.
In Heaven, Jesus is King, surrounded by angels and saints. But on earth, He is hidden in the Blessed Sacrament, where He draws us closer to Himself with His grace and love.
His greatest desire is to reign in our hearts. Just like fire spreads when it touches something, Jesus wants to fill our souls with His love. When we go to Him in the Blessed Sacrament, He purifies us, helps us turn away from sin, and teaches us to grow in holiness.
We see the beautiful results of this in the lives of saints like St. Theresa, St. Catherine of Siena, and St. Gertrude. Jesus found joy in their hearts because they built a throne for Him there. They received Holy Communion often, and they spent time with Him in prayer. Their lives were filled with grace, and they gave great glory to God.
We too can be like them. Jesus invites us to come to Him in the Sacrament of His love. He gives us strength to fight sin and to glorify Him by our victories over temptations.
He is the Bread of the Strong, the One who gives us courage and every grace we need. Let us go to Him with trust, asking Him to help us begin again with love.
Affections:
O my Jesus, with a humble heart I bow before You in the Holy Sacrament. I know I haven’t always followed Your loving ways. Please forgive me for the times I resisted Your grace. Help me to love You more and more.
Take away anything in me that keeps You from ruling in my heart. Fill me with Your holy love. Teach me to love what You love, and to seek Your will above all else.
O Mary, my dear Mother, you loved God so perfectly. Please pray for me, that I may love Him too, even in times of sorrow. Help me to trust His plan and do whatever He asks.
Resolution:
I will try my best today to listen to the gentle nudges of grace and to offer every little sacrifice with love for Jesus.
Spiritual Bouquet:
“I live; now not I; but Christ liveth in me.”
Transcribed and gently rewritten for young readers by Sister Mary Clare of Camp Littlemore.
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