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The unexpected grace found in Cobh
My wife and I just returned from a ten‑day cruise around the British Isles. There were many remarkable stops, but one place in particular became the clearest moment of God’s presence—not loud, but…
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Unhurriedness – the key to a rich spiritual life
Early Saturday morning, my wife and I set out on the two‑and‑a‑half‑hour drive to Raleigh for my grandson’s birthday party. As we were getting ready, my wife asked me to sign the card—a…
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What do you need to leave behind?
Homily for the 30th Sunday: Bartimaeus threw aside his cloak, sprang up, and came to Jesus. Jesus said to him in reply, “What do you want me to do for you?” (Mk 10:46-52)…
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The Lord Spoke to Job in a Storm
My heart reaches out to the people in Western North Carolina. The devastation is unlike anything I’ve seen. I feel a deep emotional connection to the places that Helene has destroyed. Even The…
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A surprising invitation into some new waters
Sometimes God wants us to take the first step.
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How to keep from sinking
In a fallen world, how do we keep from sinking into chaos?
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Who’s in your throne room?
Once upon a time, there was a kingdom. In the kingdom was a castle. Inside the castle was one large room. Inside the room was a throne. Sitting on the throne was a…
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Practice Makes Perfect
Exactly what do we need to practice? Faith. Jesus didn't send the twelve on a mission with nothing because their faith was perfected, but because they needed to shore up what was lacking.
