God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference. Every marriage can be improved, no matter the current state. Some of us are near wedded-nirvana while others are considering divorce. Whatever your situation, the power to make change lies […]
Do you find it hard to relate to the Bible? 5 Tips to Open Your Eyes. I used to say that the Bible was like Shakespeare to me. I don’t “get” either of them. It’s written in English but in a foreign tongue that my mind just can’t grasp. But with some mindful actions, I’ve
There are many ways to praise and honor God. One of my favorite ways is through song, whether it be joining the choir during church services or when I’m singing or just listening to inspirational Christian music. I can’t count the times I’ve been moved to tears at the unimaginable power and love of our
It’s hard to know what to say to someone sick As someone who’s lived through a cancer diagnosis, I saw first-hand how people struggle with things to say to the sick or dying. A little bit of kindness and compassion can go a long way for anyone, but especially someone who’s dealing with a serious
Are there any benefits of suffering? It doesn’t seem logical that pain and sadness could have a benefit. Yet, we suffer in this life. Why is there suffering? I sometimes struggle with the pain and suffering in the world. I understand that man created this condition by disobedience, but on a daily basis, it feels
Grow Your Mustard Seed Faith Are you trying to grow faith the size of a mustard seed? Whether you’re a gardener or not, you’ve probably planted seeds at some point in your life. It’s fascinating to see the first tender sprouts poke through the soil and reach for the sun. The daily growth is magical
What can be more fundamental than understanding the root of our existence? My Catholic upbringing instilled in me a love of Jesus that I took for granted until I reached the age to understand there were doubters. Is God Real? I started questioning the existance of God around the age of twelve or thirteen. I