Let the Holy Spirit Move You This Pentecost
As we approach the feast of Pentecost, I want to share with you one of the most enlightening moments my wife and I had on a pilgrimage we made to the Holy Land a few years ago. It was not a planned destination, but it led to a holy moment when we heard His small […]
It’s Not Too Late to Have a Truly Meaningful Advent
Each year, the lighting of the first candle of the Advent wreath awakens me with the realization that Christmas is less than a month away. Then, before I know it, we are lighting the second purple candle and before I turn around the pink candle is lit, leaving only one more candle to light before […]
A Father’s Day Perspective of the “Our Father” Prayer
In my studying to learn the Ten Commandments and in striving to live them, I have learned many astounding “coincidences” that God has hidden from us in plain sight. As Father’s Day approaches, I am reminded of one of those “coincidences.” Hidden in Jesus’ response to the apostle’s plea for Him to teach them to […]
10 Ways to Grow in Virtues and Holiness this Lent
Yes, Lent is a time to deny ourselves something to make a sacrifice and remind us of the many blessings God provides. Lent is also an opportunity to intentionally develop new spiritual habits and identify and correct unhealthy habits that have crept in over time. Not just as a second chance to make a New Year’s resolution, but […]