But as for the seed that fell on rich soil, they are the ones who, when they have heard the word, embrace it with a generous and good heart, and bear fruit through perseverance.
(Luke 8:15)
How can I be ready to receive your Word, Lord? Only you can prepare my soul. Till it, throw out the stones that block it, dig deep, water it, weed out the thorns that choke it, nourish and enrich it. I will keep listening and meditating, trusting that you will grow and bear fruit in me. I surrender to your merciful care. I open myself to absorb your love. Give me a generous heart and courage to let you work and grow in me.