Trust in God

Today's Readings:
Dn 3:14-20, 91-92, 95
Daniel 3:52-56
Jn 8:31-42

Jesus tells us today that though we were slaves to sin, through him we shall become free. The question is, have we placed our trust and hope in this promise? In Christ himself? Sometimes I think we start out with great intentions, but then pull back. We know that God is in control; but at times we try to take control for ourselves, not giving ourselves fully to him who gave himself up for us. Christ would never lead us into harm, in fact he has given us the promise that he will be with us always and given the Spirit to protect us. Today let us give ourselves to that hope and truly allow our Lord to direct us in his path and not our own. Have a great day and God Bless.
Lord Jesus, you are the way, the truth, and the life; lead us this day and help us always to remain close to you and our Heavenly Father. We ask this through you in your name Jesus. Amen

Saint of the Day - St. Hugh of Grenoble
St. Hugh was born in 1052 in France. He grew up to be tall and handsome, gentle and courteous. Although he always wanted to live for God as a monk, he was given important positions instead. He was ordained a priest and then a bishop. As bishop, Hugh began at once to correct the sinful customs of some people in his diocese. He made wise plans, but that was not all he did. To draw God's mercy upon his people, St. Hugh prayed with his whole heart. He practiced hard penances. In a short time, many became very virtuous and pious. Only some of the nobility continued to oppose him. Bishop Hugh still thought about the life of a monk. That's what he truly wanted. He resigned as bishop of Grenoble and entered a monastery. At last, he was at peace. Yet it was not God's will for Hugh to be a monk. After a year, the pope commanded him to go back to Grenoble again. St. Hugh obeyed. He knew it was more important to please God than to please himself. For forty years, the bishop was sick nearly all the time. He had severe headaches and stomach problems. Yet he forced himself to keep working. He loved his people and there was so much to do for them. He suffered from trials and temptations, too. But he prayed and never gave in to sin. St. Hugh died on April 1, 1132, two months before his eightieth birthday. He had been a generous and saintly bishop for fifty-two years. In 1134, just two years after.
Reflection: Today let us pray to God to help us know what he desires for us.

Saint information comes from: http://www.holyspiritinteractive.net/dailysaint/april/0401.asp