When My Thoughts Found a Voice
Third Week of Lent
Dear Diary,
It was cold again this morning, and Sister Mary Claire and I were bundled up at the end of the driveway when Robert pulled up in his pickup. He leaned over and opened the door, and we both climbed in—Mini curled right up on the floor by the heater like she always does. It was warm and quiet inside, and I was grateful.
At church, Father LeRoy gave a powerful homily about Jesus standing before Pilate. He read the words from the Gospel of John: “My kingdom is not of this world.” Sister showed me a picture afterward of Jesus with the crown of thorns, His hands bound, surrounded by those who mocked Him. And still, He offered no resistance.
On the way home, Robert said Jesus was showing true strength—not in fighting back, but in choosing love over power. Sister added something I’ll never forget. She said Jesus did more than just teach us to be brave in suffering—He died for our sake, to pay the price for our sins. That forgiveness is already offered to us, but we have to accept it. We have to make Him our King, not just in words, but in the way we live.
Sister made breakfast when we got home, and I helped set the table. Mini finally came out from under the chair once she smelled the toast.
Evening Prayer:
Dear Jesus,
Thank You for standing before Pilate for me.
You wore the crown of thorns and chose silence, not because You were weak,
But because You were strong in love.
You died so I could be forgiven. Help me to say yes to You with my whole life.
Bless Sister Mary Claire, Mini, Omelette, Robert, and everyone who was at church today.
Keep us close to You and let us rest in Your peace tonight.
Amen.
Love,
Kathy
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