The Grace of a Cheerful Heart

by Jim Manney

Let us seek the grace of a cheerful heart, an even temper, sweetness, gentleness, and brightness of mind, as walking in His light, and by His grace. Let us pray Him to give us the spirit of ever-abundant, ever-springing love, which overpowers and sweeps away the vexations of life by its own richness and strength, and which above all things unites us to Him Who is the fountain and the center of all mercy, loving-kindness and joy.

–John Henry Newman, Sermon for Christmas Day

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December 25, 2009

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Richard | RichardShelmerdine.com December 26, 2009 at 4:55 am

What a beautiful and simple Christmassy post. Love it!

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