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Posts Categorized: Hope
What God Promised King David (and us, too!)
Jesus’ big promise sets the stage: “Rejoice and be glad, for your reward will be great in heaven.” Matthew 5:12 And St….
Teresa of Avila Reminds Us to Hope in God Alone
I have something super special for you this week — a quote by St. Teresa of Avila about hoping in God alone…
What my Cherry Tree Taught me About BIG HOPE
He is Risen!! That’s the biggest message of hope ever. HOPE is trusting that something that’s difficult to achieve will happen. “Little…
Hoping in the Midst of Pain
I saw my friend Bobbie at Mass this morning for the first time since she started cancer treatment. I sat next to…
How to Thrive in Captivity
Some of us like the solitude of social distancing and some don’t like the isolation. Some thought it was okay for a…
Trusting God in Uncertain Times
Many of us are wondering what the next few weeks and months will bring. What will happen to us next? Will we…
12 Signs of Spiritual Growth
A subscriber sent the following “signs of spiritual growth” from a 12-step-program buddy. The list is a fun way to remember that…
Eyes of Jesus
What do you see when you look into Jesus’ eyes? Singer/songwriter Corrie Marie sees forgiveness, love, and freedom. And wow, her song…
Strolling Through a Psalm
Did you know you’re a theologian? A theologian uncovers deeper meaning in timeless truths of faith. So we’re all “small-t” theologians when…
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