In reality, beloved Father, our life could be so simple, even after the painful loss of Paradise, because You do everything in Your power so that we may live with the dignity You have bestowed upon us. Life with You is, in reality, wonderfully simple: we recognize You as our most loving Father, we listen to Your instructions, and, with Your grace, we put into practice what You tell us. Then peace and happiness dwell within us, even though, during our pilgrimage toward eternity, we have to fight some battles on earth. Even when You make us share in the suffering of Your Son, as St. Paul explains (Col 1:24), in order to cooperate in the salvation of other people who still live far from You and whom You want to lead to their eternal home as Your children, the true joy that is You remains in us!
In reality, it is that simple!
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” (Mt 11:28–30).
However, the reality on Earth is far from this… It is a valley of tears, with countless transgressions against You, beloved Father, and against mankind. Even Your Creation suffers the consequences and “will be set free from its bondage to decay and obtain the glorious liberty of the children of God. We know that the whole creation has been groaning in travail together until now” (Rom 8:21–22).
Thus, the present situation differs greatly from the Kingdom of God on Earth and more closely resembles a place of perdition under the dominion of the prince of this world.
Nevertheless, thanks to Your existence, we never lose hope that things will change; we begin with ourselves and move forward. You will accompany and guide us! Thank You, Father!