Day 4 — Victory over the demon

Meditation

Saint Benedict was strongly tempted by the demon in his cave. To overcome the temptation, he rolled among thorns and nettles until he subdued his body. From then on, he received from God the power to work miracles and to expel demons. His medal is a powerful sacramental of spiritual protection.

Prayer of the Day

O glorious Saint Benedict, who conquered the demon and triumphed over his deceits! Obtain for me the grace to resist his suggestions and to flee from all occasions of sin. Inspire in me love for work and self-denial in order to follow Christ. Saint Benedict, pray for us.

Preparatory Prayer (for all days)

We greet you with filial affection, O glorious Father Saint Benedict, worker of wonders, cooperator with Christ in the work of salvation of souls. O Patriarch of monks! Look down from heaven upon the vineyard planted by your hand. Protect in a special way all who place themselves under your patronage. Pray for the sick, the tempted, the afflicted, the poor, and for us who are devoted to you. Obtain for us all a peaceful and holy death like yours. Now, obtain for us the special grace we ask in this novena.

Final Prayer

O glorious Saint Benedict, who from heaven are a loving father to us your devotees! Your great power before God is recognized today more than ever thanks to the medal honored with your name. Pray for all who come to you. Obtain for us from the Lord all the graces necessary during this life and especially the grace for which we make this novena. Saint Benedict, pray for us.

(One Our Father, three Hail Marys, and one Glory Be).