SACRED HEART DEVOTION DAY 11

Union of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the eternal Father

The incarnation of Jesus shows that He obliged to the will of the eternal Father. Knowing that He will have to suffer cruel indifference, pain, indignities and disgrace, He willingly offered to take human form. From the day Jesus took human form and was born into this world until His death on the cross, He fulfills only the will of the Father. He prepares himself for the completion of the work of our redemption according to the plan of the Father. He shows neither disobedience nor selfishness. This should be a model for us. The only way to find solace, peace and happiness in the sorrows and pain of our life is to submit ourselves to the divine care. The pains and sorrows that we suffer are not accidental. We can see the work of God’s hands in this. Like the gold that is melted in the furnace is free of blemish, the souls that have been purified in the furnace of sorrows gallop to the highest level of hallowed life.

Let those who are fearful and reluctant to bear sufferings and pain turn their gaze towards crucified Jesus, who is the lord of the world .Do not be doubtful in submitting ourselves fully to God. The merciful God who takes care of the birds in the sky, animals on earth and lilies in the fields will take care of us. To think that God will forsake humans whom He created in His own image is a grave mistake.

The obedience of Jesus is a model for every one of us. In the garden of Gethsemane He agonized and sweat blood. His clothes were covered in blood and earth becomes drenched in blood. Overcome by fear He falls down. In the midst of severe pain and sorrow He prays helplessly: ”Father ! Not my will, your will be done” This is an example of total surrender, which world has never seen.

At the last moments of His life on the cross at Calvary, the prayer He uttered is most meaningful, “Father, into your hands I commend my spirit” and when He had said this He breathed His last. Jesus’ incarnation was to fulfill the will of God. He was born into this world on the time destined by the Father. He worked according to the plan of the Father. After finishing all the assigned deeds He dies. He is a model to all human beings. Let us believe that the unseen hands of God works beneath all our sorrows and hardships.

INVOCATION (JAPAM)

Sacred Heart of Jesus! Our hope and repose, we adore You. We love You with all our heart. Jesus full of grace! You suffered agony, pain and crucifixion to fulfill the will of the Father. Lord! Bless us to bear all our crosses of sorrow with patience and happiness.

Grant to Your Church, O Lord, assurance of freedom, protect our Supreme Pontiff and make haste that all may know the haven of truth, and have unity of faith, so that there may soon be one fold and one Shepherd! Lord, be merciful to the unfortunate sinners, console the souls in Purgatory and be merciful to me, your unworthy servant. O Immaculate Heart of Mary, O Mother of all blessings, I firmly believe that through your powerful intercession, all my prayers and petitions will be granted. Amen

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The Litany of the Sacred Heart

Lord, have mercy on us. Christ, have mercy on us. Lord, have mercy on us.

Christ, hear us.Christ, graciously hear us. God the Father of Heaven, Have mercy on us.

God the Son, Redeemer of the world, Have mercy on us.

God the Holy Spirit, Have mercy on us. Holy Trinity, one God, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Son of the Eternal Father, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Formed by the Holy Ghost in the womb of the Virgin Mother, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Substantially united to the Word of God, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Of Infinite Majesty, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Holy Temple of God, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Tabernacle of the Most High, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, House of God and Gate of Heaven, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Burning Furnace of charity, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Vessel of Justice and love, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Full of goodness and love, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Abyss of all virtues, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Most worthy of all praises, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, King and center of all hearts, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, In whom are all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge,

Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, In Whom dwelleth all the fullness of the Divinity,

Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, in whom the Father is well pleased, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Of whose fullness we have all received, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Desire of the everlasting hills, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Patient and abounding in mercy, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Rich unto all who call upon Thee, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Fountain of life and holiness, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Atonement for our sins, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Filled with reproaches, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Bruised for our offenses, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Made obedient unto death, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Pierced with a lance, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Source of all consolation, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Our Life and Resurrection, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Our Peace and Reconciliation, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Victim for our sins, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Salvation of those who hope in Thee, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Hope of those who die in Thee, Have mercy on us.

Heart of Jesus, Delight of all the Saints, Have mercy on us.

Lamb of God Who takes away the sins of the world, Spare us, O Lord.

Lamb of God Who takes away the sins of the world, Graciously hear us, O Lord.

Lamb of God Who takes away the sins of the world, Have mercy on us.

Jesus, meek and humble of heart, Make our hearts like unto Thine.

Let us pray.

Almighty and eternal God, look upon the Heart of Thine most-beloved Son, and upon the praises and satisfaction He offers Thee in the name of sinners; and appeased by worthy homage, pardon those who implore Thy mercy, in Thy Great Goodness in the name of the same Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee, in the unity of the Holy Ghost, world without end. Amen.

EJACULATORY PRAYER

Sacred Heart of Jesus! Give me the grace to fulfill Your will