thecandidcatholic

"All the darkness in the world cannot extinguish the light of a single candle." -St. Francis of Assisi

Be that fire. Be the candle that leads others to the Light of Christ, no matter how much the darkness tries to swallow you.

Stay strong in your faith, trust in His promises, focus on your priorities, and do not be overcome by the shadows.

He is waiting for you to come home to Him. Keep the light on in your heart. Never allow yourself to be snuffed out by the world.

This world and everything in it will pass, but the Lord is constant and unchanging in His love for you. Let Him envelop you in His arms, and fall asleep to the sound of His heart, beating for you.

Be His candle.

Be His instrument.

Be His child.

St. Francis, pray for us!

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