Heavenly Father, when I look upon the Cross of Your Beloved Son, I realize the great love You have for me and all humankind. Help me to dare to believe that You love us so much that You became incarnate in the Person of Your Son so that You might be able to show us in a very concrete way how to deal with the physical and psychological suffering that is just a part of life. Your Son’s courageous acceptance of His suffering inspires me to have the courage to face the sufferings that come into my life. The only words that I can offer to You is thank you. Help me carry my cross. 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.