When, in our marriage, we receive the revelation that our vocation involves communion with our spouse in such a way that it reflects the very life of the Most Holy Trinity, and that this is the only path to our sanctification, the devil makes us recall all our weaknesses and sows doubt in our hearts: can anything good come from what we are living?
But if we remain open to His Grace, God, who knows the depths of our hearts, never stops inviting us and offering us opportunities each day to grow in that communion through acts of mutual self-giving and acceptance, and to grow in intimacy with Him. Then we will be able to see and experience all the wonders He has dreamed for our marriage, so that together we may reach Heaven.
Laura: I was waiting for you to come home from work so that we could pray together, but instead you’ve been staring at your phone for half an hour and it’s as though I don’t even exist, as if you were still at the office! Is this what we got married for?
Daniel: You’re right, Laura. I’m worried about a serious problem, and I’ve got hooked on watching silly videos that get me nowhere, just so I don’t have to think about it.
Laura: I’m sorry, Daniel. I’ve let myself be carried away by what I was expecting, and I haven’t thought about you. Why don’t you go take a shower, as that always helps you switch off, and then we can share what’s worrying you in prayer?
Daniel: Perfect. Thank you for being patient with me on this journey of marriage that we are walking together.
Mother,
May we not remain focused on our weakness, but instead look towards the plan God has prepared for our marriage. Praised be God!