The Story of a Soul - St. Thérèse of Lisieux
translated by Thomas Taylor
Thérèse of Lisieux, born Marie Francoise Thérèse Martin on January 2, 1873, was prone to temper tantrums as a child. However, on Christmas Eve when she was 14, she experienced a spiritual conversion. On that night, after overhearing her father suggest she was becoming too old to receive gifts, she did not respond with her typical tearful fit.
Thérèse believed that Jesus entered her heart at that time, imbuing her with a sense of charity.
At 15, Thérèse entered a French Carmelite order. During her years at the convent in Lisieux, France, Thérèse was asked by her superiors to write memoirs of her childhood and time as a cloistered nun.
Those writings along with letters and poems were posthumously collected and comprise her autobiography, The Story of a Soul. Thérèse’s emphasis on making small daily sacrifices to God, rather than performing large dramatic deeds, appealed to many and the book became a classic spiritual text.
Timeless wisdom a food for the soul is a compilation of homilies, talks, retreats and Q & A of Catholic priests here in the Philippines. The purpose of this channel is to share God’s word that may give encouragement and wisdom to those who seek meaning in their lives, and to uplift the spirit in this time of great need during this pandemic due to Covid 19.
May Timeless Wisdom a food for the soul be a source of strength and hope as we reflect on the Gospels; as we reflect on the inspirations of the homilies, talks, Q&As and words of wisdom have imparted to us. Let us ask God to give us the grace of enlightenment. Despite the difficulties we go through, may we still feel God’s presence. No matter what we go through, don’t let go of God’s hand.
Just like the Blessed Mother , may our hearts be pure, that we still have faith in humanity. That we ourselves be a living testimony of God’s love, mercy and compassion.
Please spread the Good News and share God’s message especially to those who are having difficulties in this time of pandemic due to Covid 19. Live a life that matters and get in touch with the roots of your faith.
That in all things God may be glorified!
