Part 2 Chapter 6
"Examination of Conscience"
Within this chapter is to be found yet another reason for drawing up, and living by, a rule of life. There are many excellent aids available for the soul seeking a thorough examination of conscience, yet they still leave those tiny hiding places for sins we do not wish to see. Submitting to a rule of life seems to shine a new light into those areas. It exposes the parts of our will that resist taming. It more clearly identifies the circumstances surrounding our falls. Moreover, examining one's conscience daily, in relation to living a rule of life and making good resolutions, can be used to prepare for the day to come; in this way each day acquires a spiritual and eternal focus/purpose.
Monsignor's presentation of the examination method of St. Ignatius illustrates the treasures of Christ's Church, which seem unending. I am overwhelmed with the provision Our Sweet Lord has left for us! There is no need for us to grope in the darkness. He has revealed the deepest purpose of human life and a lighted path toward its fulfillment.
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Definitions:An ascetic is one who pursues perfection in virtues in large part through a penitential life.
Thanks, Kathleen, for offering this study, it has been a tremendous blessing! It has taken my ADD attempts at holiness and given them structure.
ReplyDeleteSr. Sarah's mom, Carol
Wonderful, Carol! Thank you for posting. It's nice to know who's out there reading along.
DeleteSometimes I think that this book could be titled, "Catholic Living 101". Praise God that it has come into our lives!