Week 7 - Wednesday

Bible Passage

1 Peter 1:7

“...that the genuineness of your faith, being much more precious than gold that perishes, though it is tested by fire, may be found to praise, honor, and glory at the revelation of Jesus Christ”

Story

From the life of Tamav Irene

She spoke with her nuns and gave each of them the appropriate advice. She did not let despair, boredom, or anguish overcome them. She taught her daughters that the Kingdom of God is neither obtained by silver nor by gold but by humility, purity of heart, and true love for all without distinction. She advised the nuns who are seeking the salvation of their souls to adhere to the teachings of the Christ. While implementing communal life, conducting the spiritual revival, and directing the constructional expansion, Tamav always received Divine Support. This was the secret of her success. 

She relates: “One night, while I prayed for a specific matter, I saw the Blessed Virgin Mary emerge from the anointed picture that I have in my cell. The cell was lit with a marvelous heavenly light. The Virgin Mary made the sign of the cross and approached me smilingly saying:

"With the grace of my Beloved Son, you will succeed!... you will succeed!... you will succeed!"”

This is how heaven consoled Tamav and blessed her steps to make her feel the love of the One who has died for her. Her desire was to offer an insignificant spark of love in return for that wondrous love.