I hope everyone enjoyed Divine Mercy Sunday and spent some extra time meditating on the mercy of God. I keep thinking about the quote I shared on Sunday from St. Faustina's Diary, "On that day are opened all the divine floodgates through which graces flow." I truly love that imagery. The phrase 'open the floodgates' generally describes a situation which may have been previously difficult, but now has become easily attainable by many. We are so fortunate to be living in an age where God wants to be so generous with us.
I also thought about how floodgates are often opened after a storm, so the surrounding area doesn't experience erosion which could result from another upcoming storm. Opening the floodgates helps prevent perceived danger. We all experience different storms in our lives. Sometimes a storm can take us completely by surprise and we may be unprepared. Let us put our trust in God, so that no future storms will erode our faith. Be sure to draw close to God and bathe in His mercy while the floodgates are open, and allow His love to strengthen and heal you.
-Susan
