Saint Joseph was by birth of the royal family of David, but was living in humble obscurity as a carpenter when God raised him to the highest sanctity, and fitted him to be the spouse of His Virgin Mother, and foster-father and guardian of the Incarnate Word, Jesus. The Gospels tell us that Joseph was a “just” man. He was faithful to God and said yes to God’s plan for him to be Mary’s husband and Jesus’ foster father. He was faithful to Jesus, protecting him when he learned of King Herod’s plan to kill him and, when danger passed, helping Mary to raise Jesus with love in the small town of Nazareth.
Like Saint Joseph we must follow God’s plan for us. We must think well of others and have clean and positive thoughts. Bearing no malice or grudges againstĀ others. With a pure and trusting heart, God will help us to achieve our potential and guide us in our path.
Blessed are the pure in heart, they shall see God – Matthew 5:8
Saint Joseph – Pray for us
