Jesus Falls The Second Time

We adore you, O Christ, and we bless you, because by your holy cross you have redeemed the world.

Consider how the second fall of Jesus under the cross renews the pain of all the wounds in the sacred head and body of our afflicted Lord.

My most gentle Jesus, how often have you forgiven me, and how often have I again fallen and offended you ! Because of this new fall, give me the strength to persevere in your grace until death. Grant that in all the temptations that will assail me I may always have recourse to you.

I love you, Jesus, my love, more than I love myself. With all my heart I am sorry that I have offended you. Never let me be separated from you again. Grant that I may always love you, and then do with me what you will. I accept everything that pleases you.