How much of your thought life centers around awe and wonder of God’s goodness? If your answer is “not much,” perhaps ask the Spirit for the grace of wisdom.
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Tag: Prayer
The Hour of Death
I’m still in awe of the life of Pope Francis and the many gifts he provided our church and the world. He led with grace working with urgency in this life while preparing for his life eternal. Do you spend time thinking about your death especially how your life glorifies Christ?
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Christ invites is to “Follow him” down the path of life. Today we celebrate the Ascension of Christ. May we have joy and confidence in the God who loves us and accompanies us on our pilgrim way.
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Mary is a model of gratitude to God as she acknowledges that all comes from the hands of God. ‘For the Mighty One has done great things for me.’ She prays in a great spirit of humility, recognizing her own littleness.
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We are constantly reminded by Christ of the call to “love one another as I have loved you.” In a world that so often confuses what love means, look to Christ on the cross as the example of how we are called to love.
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How well do you know yourself? Can you honestly say you are beautiful and broken? Much of my life I have run away from the broken and shadow parts of myself. I’m learning there are seeds of goodness even in the broken parts of myself. Perfectionism, a shame based facade, makes room for grace to fill the cracks of my life.
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Lately I’ve been contemplating the mystery of the Holy Trinity and the flow of the eternal exchange of love. This powerful life force gathers us together as we surrender our hearts to its presence allowing us to be transformed.
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With new energy around the election of a new church leader, I think many across the world and all religions are breathing in fresh air. We await the guidance and reassurance of how we are to live life in our current age.
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Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember not only military heroes but all who have given their lives in service. Today we reflect on their sacrifice and the importance of faith and service in living a life that reflects Christ’s love.
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Christ’s promise at the Last Supper—“Whoever loves me will keep my word, and my Father and I will make our dwelling with him”—is all that we need to be happy.
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Smitten With Goodness 