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June 1, 2020
Category: Jesus
The Trial
August 13, 2019
I am clinging to the map of “both/and” as I travel the path to eternity filled with questions. Is God justice or mercy? Both/and. Did He pre-determine a plan for our lives or do we get to choose our own way? Both/and. But I have yet to find a path on this journey that … More The Trial
Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews
April 10, 2019
They crucified him, and with him two others, one on each side, and Jesus in the midst. And Pilate wrote a title also, and he put it upon the cross. And the writing was: JESUS OF NAZARETH, THE KING OF THE JEWS. This title therefore many of the Jews did read: because the place where Jesus was … More Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews
Hunger
October 26, 2018
I’m staring grief in the eyes. This time, it’s not completely my battle. All I can do is silently hold her through the pain. Having no need for words creates space to watch and learn. The first thing I notice is she won’t eat. Grief steals appetites. And yet, death has this strange way … More Hunger
He’s not Safe, but He’s Good.
September 17, 2017
She innocently fluttered through my life. Only for a moment. Catching a ride on a breeze as my whole world rushed by her. Brilliant orange wings, outlined with midnight. A free creature dancing in the wind. Would she have accepted the invitation if she knew how dangerous her partner is? His gentle caresses can … More He’s not Safe, but He’s Good.
Dear Younger Me
May 16, 2017
Dear Younger Me, Stop feeling so…accused. I know you are chasing Him. I’ve never questioned that. But I do have other questions you desperately need to consider. Do you know Who you are chasing? Will you recognize Him when you find Him? Will you still want Him when you realize He’s not exactly who you … More Dear Younger Me
The Light
May 12, 2017
Light is a fascinating thing, manifesting itself in many forms and levels of intensity. The bright rays of the sun, the quiet shine of the moon, the dangerous strike of lightning, the severe exposure in an operating room. Light explodes into brilliantly distinct colors or filters into muted shades. It can be the mesmerizing glow … More The Light
Jesus, Jesus, Jesus
April 28, 2017
I was terrified walking up to Christ the King Catholic Church the first time. My shaking hands could barely grip the handle of the heaviest door in the world. If they heard the clacking of my heels echoing across the nearly silent yet completely full sanctuary, the congregation didn’t show it. I hardly received a … More Jesus, Jesus, Jesus
Hard-wired for Truth
April 19, 2017
I had the Word of God in the Scriptures, speaking to my soul. I had the tradition of the Church Fathers guiding my mind. I had the practices of daily prayer, sacrifice, and worship building my strength. All that was left was my heart. This post is a continuation of One Prayer, One Answer and … More Hard-wired for Truth
Realization, Curiosity, and Questions
April 11, 2017
Realization leads to curiosity. Curiosity leads to questions. Questions lead to research. This post is a continuation of One Prayer, One Answer… One quote from St. Justin Martyr wasn’t enough to convince me that Jesus Christ is really and truly present in the bread and wine of communion. It certainly made me curious; it was … More Realization, Curiosity, and Questions
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