O Christ our true God, as I look upon Your Holy Cross, I am reminded of the great love you have for me and all humankind. As I behold Your Cross I know that You know well the struggles humans face in life. You faced these same struggles Yourself, and many more, so that I might understand how to deal with the struggles that life brings to me. Help me to see and accept life’s struggles as loving opportunities to grow in my hope and trust in You. Help me to deal with the struggles of my life as You did. Help me to carry my cross behind You. As I request Your help, O God, I offer my praise to You, Who I know to be Father, Son and Holy Spirit, not only now but forever and ever. Amen.