
Ponder: Do you need a little help trusting God’s promises? The gift of the rosary can help.
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Ponder: Do you need a little help trusting God’s promises? The gift of the rosary can help.
Continue reading “There is Something About Mary Series – Obtaining God’s Promises”
We can be easily led astray these days unless we are grounded in truth. With so many voices shouting for our attention, we can start ignoring the quiet whisper of the Divine within. We know silence and prayer are crucial to foster this connection allowing us to stay in tune with our mission, use our gifts well and bear goodness. The Spirit is always here to guide us. It our our job to leverage the seven gifts we have been given so we can participate in the external exchange of love.
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Ponder: A mother, by nature of her vocation, is an advocate for her children. Our spiritual mother Mary is no different, she pleads to her Son on our behalf.
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Ponder: Mary is forever blessed because she heard the word of the God, said yes to it, and lived it.
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Ponder: Do you think about God’s incredible dream for you?
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Recently I have noticed being stuck in a rut. As much as I love the comfort of a routine, I am realizing that this can create a deadness in me. So, I have decided to switch it up. When I say my daily rosary, rather than praying with community, I walk in silence observing nature. I am throwing some Pilates in with my yoga practice. I am re-committed to tracking what I eat. And I am actively calling the Holy Spirit to be with me throughout my day. These small, intentional changes help me live more fully alive, feeling inspired rather than in the deadness of a rut. Next step will be to add some creative spice. My needlepoint is calling me again. It is a two-fer – I can enjoy nightly Netflix with my husband, and I can keep my fingers busy and the snacking at bay!
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Ponder: Do I acknowledge that feeding my soul is more important than feeding my body?
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Ponder: Do I lean into my calling to be an eternal son or daughter of a living God?
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Ponder: Sin hurts us and offends God. Am I humble enough to ask for and accept forgiveness?
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Ponder: Fidelity. Do you cooperate with grace to do your part in helping fulfill Christ’s miracles?
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