A reader sent the following “signs of spiritual growth” that she got from a 12-step-program buddy. The list is a fun way…
12 Signs of Spiritual Growth
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What I Learned from a Tin Can Pilgrim
I ran into author Lynda Rozell at a conference this week. What made our chat even better: I’m deep into her book,…
A Knitter at the Throne of God
A Knitter died and appeared at the Pearly Gates, hoping to gain entrance. Her guardian angel met her there and carefully removed…
The Day I Survived Psalm 107
Psalm 107:23-27 is how I felt this morning: Some went off to sea in ships, plied their trade on the deep waters….
10 minutes to Freedom of the Children of God
Eating lunch last Saturday, I looked out my picture window to see the neighbor boy, Avery, shooting hoops in his driveway, wearing…
Getting real with God
God gets real with us in Scripture. In fact, he is downright blunt. Could he be any clearer when he says, “With…
How to Listen Like Jesus
I just got back from a beautiful week at a retreat center where I began my training to be a spiritual director…
How to Rest in God’s Mercy
Psalm 95 tells us that if we let our hearts go astray by not listening to God’s voice, we will not enter…
Mary’s Bold Humility
Virtue Connection is 7 years old on the Solemnity of the Annunciation! To celebrate, I’ve invited St. Bernard (1090-1153) as guest blogger…
How to Make Room for God
The other day I did the scariest thing in the world. I wrote on my calendar times to be quiet—just be quiet…
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