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When quiet fails, discover God in the noise
I planned to write last week about Saint Teresa of Ávila’s “Prayer of Quiet.” Instead, at 8:30 a.m., the Terminix truck pulled up, someone arrived to install skylights, and a crew of carpenters…
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Don’t romanticize the high in the spiritual life
A couple of weeks ago, I had a good heart-to-heart talk with Mark (who has given permission to share). He’s homeless but on a hopeful path. Eight weeks ago, he was sleeping in…
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What’s spiritual “food insecurity” and how to avoid it?
Sunday, I participated in Catawba County’s Hunger Walk through the quaint little downtown area of Newton, NC. Three local charities provide food for the hungry: Ashure Ministries, The Corner Table, and the Hickory…
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Racing down the beach with John of the Cross
On the Fourth of July, I ran a 5K with my son down the beautiful beach of Hilton Head Island. Most had earbuds, listening to music with a strong beat to keep their…
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How to Avoid Spiritual Gluttony During Lent
As a spiritual director, I’ve asked a few people what they are doing for Lent. I was impressed by the variety of responses: a new biblical or spiritual reading plan, extra hours in…
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What’s the most important step in the spiritual life?
‘ “I need to find a place to live.” Not surprisingly, this is a common request from the homeless people I meet with at Strong Life Rescue Mission each Wednesday. In my response,…
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The Value of Being Still
When chaos abounds, God give eight words to live by: "Be still, and know that I am God."
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The Spiritual Life of the Resurrection Fern
Let the breath of God restore you to new life.
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Discovering a new Chapel of Ease
Don't let your "Chapel of Ease" fall into ruins.
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Finding growth in barren places
"Deserts and wastelands will bloom and shout for joy." Is 35:2 It doesn't take much of an imagination to see that the prophet is also speaking to the desert landscape of our life.
