Jesus Falls A Third Time

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

Consider how Jesus, weak and exhausted, fell for the third time, while the cruel executioners tried to make him walk faster, though he hardly had strength to move.

My outraged Jesus, because of the weakness you did suffer on the way to Calvary, give me enough strength to overcome all human respect and all my vicious inclinations, which have led me in the past to despise your friendship.

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.