The Virtue of Surrender

I am currently reading Dynamic Catholic's book, 33 Days to Eucharistic Glory. 

I have enjoyed the daily readings and reminders of why to sit in the classroom of silence. 

Each day ends with a prayer for spiritual communion and with a virtue challenge. 

Surrender is one of the virtues from last week; one I am still practicing. 

"The virtue of surrender leads to tranquility. If you find yourself wrestling with every situation or doing battle with every person, it's time to explore why you are so insistent on imposing your will on every person and situation. The secret to surrendering to God is knowing your responsibilities and being clear about His responsibilities. Our willingness to surrender says a lot about our understanding of God. " 

33 Days to Eucharistic Glory 

God knew just how to speak to my heart.  

It's the beginning of a new year and I am talking about surrender. 

Surrender is a choice to want to understand. 

A virtue.

Am I willing to surrender? 

"The spiritual life is not about what we are doing. It's about what God is doing in us, through us, and with us - when we surrender and make ourselves available to Him." 33 Days to Eucharistic Glory 

Painting by Erin McAtee