We are made in the image and likeness of God.  He formed us from the dust of the ground. He breathed life into us. He is “our” life.  

“To take in the Good News, we can’t be living in the cramped space of our sinful souls. We can’t have an “expect the worst” attitude. Instead, we repent, or change the minds that we have. Another way to get at this is to say that like is known by like. If God is love, … Continue reading "…A New Perspective"

Faith is a gift from God. Open it.

I sent this meme to a woman today to let her know how special she is and how grateful we are to have her in our lives.  I didn’t realize until after sending it, that she may not understand exactly what it means. Sure enough I had to explain the message and at one point, … Continue reading "…The Appeal of a Rib"

“Though God typically lets the universe run according to its natural rhythms and patterns, what is to prevent God from shaping it or influencing it occasionally in remarkable ways in order to signal his purpose and his presence?” Everyday there are miracles reported around the world….God is with us.

I have met several women over the last few years, who meet the descriptions listed on this Meme. Polar opposite personalities, all capable of moving not only mountains, but the planet as well, by their faith alone. One in particular, possesses quiet strength while the others possess “in your face” attitude.  All have a deep … Continue reading "…Faith Is Fierce"

Some people may achieve this self sacrificial level of forgiveness in their lifetime.   I am often reminded, I am just not there.

Today, our family went to the cemetery in PA to visit the gravesites of great grandparents and grandparents – who left us too too soon.  When I first read this caption, I thought, well it would certainly be nice to visit relatives that have died and whom we miss. However, upon a second reading, and … Continue reading "…My Father’s House"

To feel loved, allows us to feel love for others…

“What’s so important about worship? To worship is to order the whole of your life toward the living God, and in doing so, to become interiorly and exteriorly rightly ordered. To worship is to signal to yourself what your life is finally about. It’s nothing that God needs, but it is very much something that … Continue reading "…You Are the Glory of God"