First of all, love the Lord God with your whole heart, your whole soul and all your strength, and love your neighbor as yourself (Matt 22.37-39; Mark 12: 30-31; Luke 10.27). (RB 4.1-2)
Love of God and love of neighbor…the two essential elements to begin our study of the tools of good works. Without love, I cannot move towards the other tools. It is love that moves me forward and love that provides the energy boost I need when everything seems overwhelming, impossible or too much effort.
This love requires all of me—my heart, my soul, my will, my strength. No room for half-hearted efforts here. I am motivated to love God and others by the love that first brought me into being. It is God’s generous and gracious love that draws me forth to love others.
Sr. Catherine, OSB
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