"It took me a while to appreciate the Sacred Heart of Jesus devotion.
To tell the truth, as a convert, it all seemed kind of sappy,
sentimental and well, French. All hearts and flowers and perfume–almost
like a Valentine from Jesus. Yucch.
"But then I learned about St Margaret Mary Alacogue and realized that
she (like all the saints) was pretty tough. The saints inevitably endure
some sort of suffering in their identification with Christ, so it has
to be that Christ's love - shown in the Sacred Heart of Jesus is
everlasting love - but it is also tough love."
In a recent commentary, Father Dwight Longenecker (parish priest at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church,
Greenville, SC) reflected on the unconditional love of God that is sweet and tender and also astringent and tough.
To access Fr. Longenecker's complete post, please visit:
Fr. Dwight Longenecker: Sacred Heart of Jesus - Tough Love (19 JUN 20)
Background information:
Dwight Longenecker - Catholic priest and author
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