We discussed previously the goal of attaining inner peace. And we covered the first step in this process. That step is to learn, little by little, to let go of the control we so desire over every little thing that happens in our lives. Both the good and the bad. But that is not the… Continue reading victories – part two…
Category: Spirituality
victories – part one…
There is a lot of talk about self-care today. People are seeking endlessly the nirvana of peace through self-care. The idea is to eliminate or mitigate the discomforts that are felt in living everyday life. Undesired personal interactions and unexpected events contribute to the stresses that cause the meltdown of the nervous system, especially with… Continue reading victories – part one…
spiritual warfare…
Our lives are not just influenced by our physical environment. We have a soul that craves to be filled. If we leave out God, our souls are filled with the junk food of consumerism or entertainment. These things, like candy to the body that craves nourishing foods, will fill it up and keep it quiet… Continue reading spiritual warfare…
brother lawrence…
For many decades, I have been searching for a way to gain lasting peace. The pious practices given over the centuries seemed always so burdensome and tedious that I would often give up the effort. None of it grew me closer to God. It only caused me to push Him further away. And I remained… Continue reading brother lawrence…
neglect of prayer…
We are sorely neglectful – even scoffing – of prayer. Christians put it to the side in a place of “last resort”. The world merely laughs claiming the ineffectiveness of prayer, believing reliance on self is all that is necessary. Yet, when hardships, the prospect of death, evils, or fears beyond our strength are encountered,… Continue reading neglect of prayer…
sin versus uncontrollable actions…
(Reposted to restore missing link from other published posts.) People today hate the word “sin”. It is seen as a type of judgement upon our actions. But sin isn’t something. It is an evil. And evil is an absence; an absence of good. It is an absence of good intent and good works. An evil action is an… Continue reading sin versus uncontrollable actions…
evil exists for our sanctification…
(Reposted to restore missing link from other published posts.) Sometimes, the level of affliction we undergo is a Grace. It teaches us to let go of self and become totally, wholly dependent on God. Perfect acceptance of all things. Always. It is the key to the attainment of perfect inner peace. If we lean on… Continue reading evil exists for our sanctification…
noise of self and silent virtue of humility…
(Reposted to restore missing link from other published posts.) Human beings are born proud. We believe that we alone can conquer everything that comes our way. Ignorance of our limitations, individuals insist on controlling themselves and everything and everyone around them. The necessity of humility is far from their actions, though they constantly way that… Continue reading noise of self and silent virtue of humility…
the wonderment…
The wonderment of the Mass. The beauty. The reverence. The spiritual uplifting to the Divine. The highest placement of the honor and adoration of the most blessed Sacrament of the altar – the Holy Eucharist. The eternal Body and Blood of our most precious Lord and Savior. But does it still exist? I wonder… The… Continue reading the wonderment…
the call to the priesthood…
The call to the Catholic priesthood is a very critical part of the Church. But the interior formation of the priests who serve the people is very important as well. Without a good interior life, no priest can serve his flock spiritually. Instead, he becomes an administrator for a parish, and a superficial buddy for those who like him.