Etiqueta: Christian Living
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When We Don’t See the Whole Story: A Reflection on Truth, Media, and Bearing False Witness
We often hear a story online or in the news and assume we know the whole truth. But during a work trip to a small town, I discovered firsthand how different reality can be from what is reported. This experience opened my eyes to how easily we can repeat something untrue — and how closely…
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Finding Abundance in Everyday Generosity
A simple blessing for the days ahead, rooted in gratitude, generosity, and the quiet abundance of life entrusted to us.
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The Artisan’s Spirit: Faith in Motion Through Daily Roles
Discover how the Holy Spirit moves through everyday roles—from crafting cutting boards to offering a kind word. This reflection explores how the Fruit of the Spirit can shape your work, relationships, and purpose, revealing the sacredness in the ordinary.
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Dear Younger Me: A Letter from My 100-Year-Old Self
On my 100th birthday, I reflect on a life shaped by grace, resilience, and quiet communion with God. This letter to my younger self is a tapestry of spiritual wisdom, practical care, and heartfelt encouragement—an invitation to live fully, faithfully, and freely.
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Becoming a Saint, Part II: Grace in Motion
A gentle exploration of actual and sanctifying grace—how it moves through our lives, grows through the sacraments, and draws us closer to sainthood. Includes saintly quotes and a prayer by St. Thomas Aquinas.
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No Rearview Mirror: Grace in Every Season
I wake up loving life—not just the easy parts, but the trials that shaped me. I’ve learned to be grateful for every moment, even the ones that hurt. I don’t live in the rearview mirror anymore. I choose joy, I choose presence, and I choose to feel it all—the sorrow, the beauty, and the grace…
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Wisdom
This reflection explores Proverbs 3:13 and the quiet blessing of wisdom, showing how true understanding is found through humility, experience, and a life lived with intention before God.
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Faith In Action ‘A Guest In Our House’ — My Lord, My Friend
A short reflection inviting readers to revisit a 2018 devotional about caring for the body as the temple of the Holy Spirit — a reminder that welcoming God’s presence begins with tending the life He entrusted to us.
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To Keep a Promise
A reflection on the power of keeping your word — from childhood pinky promises to the days when a handshake was binding — and why integrity still matters for those who follow a faithful God.