Lourdes High Station 09

Lourdes High Station 09 of the Way of the Cross signifies Jesus's third fall. I don't believe that Jesus is weak He may be exhausted but not weak.

He is determined to finish the Divine Plan that was started by the kiss in the garden. This is a powerful reminder of the cost of human sin and suffering Jesus endured for our salvation.

By reflecting on the virtues that Jesus embodies in this station, we can learn a valuable lesson about having to respond to our own sufferings.

V. We adore Thee, O Christ,
and we praise Thee.

R. Because by Thy holy Cross,
thou hast redeemed the world.

Jesus knows us that when we feel weak, we come closer to Him.
We pray better and harder we mortify ourselves and love more. 

My outraged Jesus, by the merits of Thy weakness suffered in going to Calvary, give me strength to conquer all human respect, and my wicked passions, which have led me to sin.
 The Way of the Cross of Saint Alphonsus Liquori

Our Father...
Hail Mary...
Glory Be...

v. Have Mercy upon us O Lord.
r. Have Mercy on us.
May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Love for humility in His willingness to suffer for our salvation. Even during his walk to Calvary as exhausted and scarred with cuts and mocking jeers, Jesus still stops to acknowledge those around Him. Who Mary His mother, Veronica, Simon and the women of Jerusalem. This is a true example of selfless love that God has for us.

It's a long walk to make with a heavy wooden Cross yet Jesus has patience to preserver to the end. A reminder of the importance of endurance and hope.

Jesus remains humble and does not complain or lash out. His humility is a lesson for us to learn how to respond to adversity. He accepts His fate with dignity and grace.

He does not give up an example of fortitude and courage for all who are witnessing His sufferings.

Keep in mind His obedience to God despite the suffering of this journey to death. His obedience to God is a testament of His love for God and fulfilling his mission.

My first thoughts of this fall push me to my limits. Is my faith strong enough to endure what is put in front of me? Jesus, I need you. I of my own self can do nothing without you, my Lord. I am keeping my eyes on you Lord every day. How many times will I fall throughout my lifetime? 

1st Station: Jesus Falls the First Time

As Jesus carried His cross the weight becomes overwhelming, and He stumbles and fall for the first time. This fall represents the burden of our sins and the physical and emotional strain. Despite the pain and humiliation, He rises, showing His determination to fulfill His mission of salvation. This moment reminds me of my own struggles and the importance of getting back up when I fall.

• When I was young and learning to Ice or Roller Skate I fell, but determination of learning I got up
  
• I fell off my bike one day and really hurt myself with a cracked skull, but asked for a bigger bike
• We can even go back earlier in life when learning to walk, how many times did we fall

7th Station: Jesus Falls the Second Time

The journey to Calvary is long and arduous, and Jesus falls a second time. This fall signifies the increasing weight of the cross and the growing exhaustion Jesus feels. It also reflects the times in our lives when we feel overwhelmed by repeating failures or challenges. Jesus' perseverance in rising again encourages us to keep moving forward, even when the path is difficult, and we feel like giving up.

• Maybe this time you tried to start a business and failed
• Has someone bullied you or called names not in kindness
• We have all kinds of discouragements in life but keep pushing forward
• Constantly feeling defeated

Lourdes High Station 09: Jesus Fall the Third Time

Nearing the end of his journey, Jesus falls a third time. This final fall is the most painful and difficult, symbolizing the ultimate test of His strength and resolve. It represents the moments in our lives when we are at our lowest, feeling utterly defeated. Yet, Jesus is determined to rise once more teaches us about the power of faith and the importance of never losing hope, even in our darkest times.

• The loss of someone we loved that maybe was the bread winner
• The loss of our job and what will we do next
  
• Ask God for the fortitude to keep going

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