Bearing Fruit Through Perseverance

A significant verse in the well-known parable of the Sower and the Seed, reads: "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." (Lk 8:15).
So many times in "conversion experiences", the initial fervor reveals energy and excitement that seem unending, but, can fade unless cultivated and nourished by prayer, reflection, reading, conversation, action and perseverance.  Ah...to keep on going even when the "feeling" is low or gone; to remain steady and steadfast through the routine of daily living, of plodding through the mundane tasks of sweeping floors, keeping up with e-mail, driving to and from work, etc. What can motivate us?  A daily dose of disciplined time with Jesus and Mary, like the gardener who waters and weeds day after day, and only in the end harvests the fruit...It's not always "exciting", but by embracing our daily lives with generous and good hearts, and living in the presence of Mother and Son, we will bear lasting fruit.
Bro. Rene