Rediscovering Jesus

[TonyCapo]

So I’ve been in this spiritual phase right now that is a little confusing for me. Whenever I prayed and attended mass, I’d go through the motions in thought and feeling, and I considered my relationship with Jesus to be pretty standard.

However, being a little overly-analytical, I began to feel self-conscious in my relationship with Jesus, and I fear that is has drifted immensely. My relationship with God, the Angels, Mary & the Saints feels fine. But somehow, I feel like I have to rebuild my relationship with Jesus from the ground up so it would feel strong like it once did before.

So what steps should I take to repair my relationship with Jesus? Should I pray more? Pray the Rosary? Go through the New Testament? etc?

 

[Cryptic1]

I didn’t know what having a relationship with Jesus was all about until I started drawing him into my everyday life. While his presence is very real in the Eucharist, most times Catholics forget to take him with them when they walk out through the doors of the church.

Jesus, like God and the Holy Spirit, wants nothing more than a close relationship with each and every one of us–but finding that connection is up to each person. I’ve found that praising and thanking Jesus for little blessings each day reminds me of his presence. I also try to use those quiet moments of the day–like when I’m sitting in the car waiting for the light to turn, standing in the grocery line or even waiting for an elevator, to talk to him. Downtimes are a good opportunity to talk to the Lord and tell him what’s on your heart and sometimes, in the silence, you might hear his still small voice.

Praying the rosary, praying to Jesus and reading the New Testament are all good ways to get closer to him. But it’s the desire in your heart that will really open the doors. If you don’t give up and keep knocking on that door, you will have that close relationship with Jesus that you’re looking for.

Jesus is Lord

 

[domandcarols]

Should I pray more? Pray the Rosary? Go through the New Testament? etc?

All of the above!!
I also find it helpful to pray the Holy Name of Jesus litany.
During Lent going to Stations of the Cross weekly is a way to get closer to Jesus.
There are many ways, just find what works for you.