The leper’s boldness with Jesus in this Sunday’s Gospel invites us to be bold in asking Jesus for what we desire most too.
In Jesus’ time, to be a leper was among the most shameful things that could happen to someone, and it meant being isolated from family and the rest of society for the rest of your life.
As we approach Lent with Ash Wednesday this Wednesday, what is an area of your life that is weighing you down or is a source of shame and darkness in your heart? That is where Jesus wants to meet you and bring you healing during this season of penance and preparation for Easter!
Here’s a simple, unoriginal formula to express your desire to Jesus, even every day, as you begin your time of prayer:
Jesus, please heal me of ________ . Jesus, I trust in You!
This Lent, be even more intentional about giving Jesus your time, attention, and trust by going to him in silent prayer every day, Mass as much as you can throughout the week, and confession at least monthly!