Category: Spirituality
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God does not seek to harm us…
Christians often say that praying for patience will bring trials to test us, but I now see that’s a lie…
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brother lawrence…and a key to gaining inner peace
n the beginning of my quest for gaining peace, this Catholic individual gave the first insight into the solution for that journey. But there is more to the story…(Republished from September, 2023.)
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my hardest decision…or two
What difficult decisions have you made in your life that produced positive changes? Come share mine…
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Homily on the Nativity of Christ…
Enjoy the real “Reason for the Season” with a beautiful homily by Metroplitan Athanaios of Limassol…
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only through dying will you find life…
Fear of change often blocks growth. This Advent is a time to think on the moments that helped you grow this past year. This is a reflection on my own…
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Israel and the Jews…are they the same thing?
Controversy surrounds what qualifies as antisemitic. Examining history may offer a clearer understanding and a fresh perspective…
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God does not compel…
Have you ever thought about what a religion without any pressure or force might be like? Do you know what signs to look for? Are you truly open to discovering it? Here are some clues to help you find the place where God is present, but doesn’t force Himself upon…
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the lenten way…
Lent is nearly over. The storms are now passing and the clouds are beginning to clear. But why all the hardships? Discover the meaning here.
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birthdays: a time to reflect…
Are birthdays a time to celebrate us? Or is there more to it than that? Find out in this article as i reflect on my own birthday this year.
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perfect acceptance…
How many times in our lives have we endured what seemed to be endless trials? Back-to-back stresses that almost felt like the stretched rubber band of our endurance was reaching its end. This is a lesson we learned from such a series of experiences….
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the final goodbye…
Change is hard. But when you have no choice, then what? This is the journey of learning to finally let go…and face the unknown…alone.
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Father Paul Truebenbach: A Balanced Orthodox Perspective
Have you ever been curious about the Catholic and Orthodox churches? Do you know what the differences are and why understanding those differences are important? Take a look at this article and link to a very gentle introduction to both ancient expressions of Christianity.
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embracing self-Reliance and surrender to God
What experiences are necessary to improve who we are? Should be avoid hardships and being uncomfortable, or should we embrace them? See what it takes to grow.
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journey to orthodoxy…part three of three
The final article on a a spiritual journey between two worlds. Which direction did the journey take? Find out more here.
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journey to orthodoxy…part two of three
If you’ve ever wondered what the difference is between the Eastern and western side of Christianity, this journey explores my personal discoveries. (This is part two of a three part series.)
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journey to orthodoxy…part one of three
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between the Western Christian churches and the Western Orthodox? Come take a journey with me as I begin my journey toward the East…
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the purpose of the Nativity Fast…
We have all heard of fasting. But what is the reason the Church asks us to participate in them? With the Nativity Fast (Advent) almost upon us, perhaps it is time to take a look at its purpose in our spiritual lives.
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it will be the small…
There is something changing. It is small, but growing. What was desired is now falling apart as this grassroots begins to gain traction. What is it?
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phronema – learning to change perspectives…
Have you ever wondered how those who were once impatient became so gentle? There is a secret that society does not know how to embrace. Yet it is practiced every day by those who understand it. Learn what that secret is in this article…
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55 maxims to learn for living peacefully…
Have you ever struggled to gain inner peace? In the midst of life’s storms, society gives concepts, but they rarely work, or, if they do, rarely last. This article addresses a life-long way to learn to gain inner peace that lasts. Witnessed in those who practice it, there is great…