If you’ve ever found yourself yearning for simplicity in the midst of life’s complexities, you’re not alone. Simplicity is a concept that many of us aspire to, but what does it truly mean? And how do we live simply in a world that often feels anything but simple? As I reflected on this, I realized … Continue reading The Pursuit of Simplicity
Hello, beloved. How are you today? And I really mean that—how are you truly? Not just the surface-level “fine,” but from the depths of your being. If you’re anything like most of us, you’ve probably found yourself carrying concern, even anxiety, about events in the world—be they global, local, or deeply personal. Life is full … Continue reading Letting Go in Times of Uncertainty
Welcome to a new year. Seven days have already passed, and while the calendar is a human construct—an agreed-upon way to mark time based on the earth’s journey around the sun—January offers us a natural moment to pause, reflect, and reframe our lives. Perhaps you’ve made resolutions or set goals for the year. Maybe you’ve … Continue reading Grace for a New Year: A Fresh Start
In our fast-paced world, patience often feels like an unnecessary virtue. We rush from one task to another, constantly busy, yet frequently without a clear destination. This constant state of hurry can prevent us from fully experiencing the present moment, leaving us anxious about the future and regretful of the past. But what if patience … Continue reading Embracing the Present: The Art of Patience
This week, I want to turn attention to a seemingly small but deeply transformative virtue: kindness. The Power of Small Acts Kindness often gets overshadowed by more dramatic gestures, but it's often the small, everyday acts that often make the biggest impact. Whether it's holding the door open for someone, offering a genuine smile, or … Continue reading Embracing the Little Kindnesses
This week, I found myself reflecting deeply on the concept of goodness—how it manifests in my life and the lives of those around me. It became a journey of discovery, filled with meaningful conversations and moments of introspection. One such moment occurred during a class I taught on healthy relationships, where we discussed trust, respect, … Continue reading Finding and Manifesting Goodness in Our Lives
As we continue our exploration of the Fruits of the Spirit, we come today to faithfulness—a profound and often challenging virtue. While the Gifts of the Spirit are distributed as needed, the Fruits of the Spirit are qualities we are all invited to cultivate. Faithfulness, like love, joy, peace, and the others listed in Galatians … Continue reading Embodying Faithfulness
In our fast-paced, often harsh world, gentleness can seem like a forgotten virtue. Yet gentleness is a profound and essential aspect of walking the path of Jesus. Take, for instance, Matthew 11:28-30, where Jesus extends a gentle invitation to all who are weary and burdened: "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, … Continue reading Gentleness: A Forgotten Virtue in Modern Society
In our fast-paced world, self-control often feels like a rare commodity. Yet, in our spiritual lives we are called to cultivate this vital fruit of the Spirit. Recently, I had the opportunity to reflect on this while preparing a sermon focused on the importance of self-control and how it can transform our lives and relationships. … Continue reading Cultivating Self-Control: A Spiritual Journey
Some days, I become acutely aware of how heavily I walk in the world. There’s an awakening to the weight of my steps and how deeply connected I am to this planet and everything on it. I am alive and part of it all, stretching far beyond this tiny corner of the universe. In these … Continue reading Walking Gently in the World
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