May 3rd
Chapter Seven of Praying to God as a Friend
Praying with Confidence in God

Go to God with the greatest possible confidence.  It is a great mistake to be afraid of one who is so loving and longs for your love.  Recall how mercifully God tries to lead you out of a sinful life, and away from attachments to things that are evil, so that you can be united with God.

When you are troubled by any sort of doubt, whether it be caused by yourself or by others, act as faithful friends do and speak to God about these difficulties.  Consider that God loves you more than you can possibly love in return.  What do you fear?  One who loves God should never be afraid.

It pleases God when you forget about yourself and speak about others, especially those who are troubled or worried, those who are suffering, those who yearn for and those who have drifted away from God's grace.  Know that you can express your trust in God not only by bringing your own personal needs but also by mentioning those of others.

Reanimate your confidence by thinking of the gift which God has given in the person of Jesus Christ.

O God, You are so lovable and worthy of infinite love.  How can You bear that so many people in this world whom You have showered with gifts refuse to know and love You?  They even offend and despise You.

Most loving God, may Your name be adored and loved by all people throughout the world.  I beg You, do not let me leave You without Your granting some grace for those on whose behalf I am praying.  

O God of life, I love You more than myself.  You alone are enough for me.  I consecrate to You all my love. Since You have drawn me to that love, leave all, I renounce all, and I bind myself to You.

Mary, grant that with my last breath I may pronounce your name and the name of your Son, Jesus.