One of three

“Oh, sisters, for the love of God, try to recognize the great favour the Lord has bestowed on those of us He has brought here…there are only twelve of us and God has been pleased for you to be one. I know many people who are better than I who would gladly take my place, yet the Lord has granted it to me who so poorly deserves it.” - St Teresa of Avila, “The Way of Perfection”

Oh God, there are only three of us here, and You have called me to be one of them. Surely there are many others who are more gifted in every way, more anointed, holier, more patient, better qualified – but You chose me to be one of three. It is grace, grace, grace…