Have you ever paused to think about how intentionally you were made? Not by accident, not by chance—but by design. The words, “For You created my inmost being; You knit me together in my mother’s womb,” (Psalm 139:13) hold a profound truth: you are a masterpiece, handcrafted with love. Knitting is an intimate process. EachContinue reading “Beautifully Woven”
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When Your Strength Runs Out, I Will Carry You
“Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you.” There’s a quiet kind of power in those four words: “I will carry you.” Not “I might,” not “ifContinue reading “When Your Strength Runs Out, I Will Carry You”
No Mess Is Too Big for Him to Find You
In the shadows of life’s darkest alleys, where brokenness meets despair, there is One who runs—not walks—after us. That’s what this powerful illustration captures: Jesus, the Good Shepherd, sprinting down a grimy, cluttered alleyway, chasing a lone, frightened sheep. A mess surrounds them—garbage bins toppled, windows broken, the alley drenched in a heavy darkness. ButContinue reading “No Mess Is Too Big for Him to Find You”
The First Step: When Faith Meets the Floodwaters
There’s something sacred about a first step. It’s the tremble in your chest before you speak up. The pause before you apply for the job. The shaky trust before you forgive. The moment you choose to believe—before anything around you changes. In Joshua 3, the Israelites stand at the edge of the Jordan River, burstingContinue reading “The First Step: When Faith Meets the Floodwaters”
A New Dawn: Pope Leo XIV
The world held its breath. Whispers echoed through St. Peter’s Square. Then, the white smoke billowed, and the bells of St. Peter’s Basilica began their joyous peal. But the name on everyone’s lips was not one many had predicted: Cardinal Robert Provost. In a stunning turn of events, the College of Cardinals has elected theContinue reading “A New Dawn: Pope Leo XIV”
When You’re at Rock Bottom, God Is Already There
There’s a quote I came across recently that stopped me in my tracks: “We are never so low that He is not beneath us.” It’s one of those lines that doesn’t shout, but instead whispers something so powerful you can feel it settle in your bones. And if you’ve ever felt broken, unseen, or hopelessContinue reading “When You’re at Rock Bottom, God Is Already There”
A Shepherd of Simplicity: My Journey with Pope Francis
The day the white smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel, the world held its breath. I remember the shock, the sheer disbelief, when “Jorge Mario Bergoglio” was announced as our new Pope. A Jesuit? It was a moment that defied all expectations, a gentle earthquake that rattled the foundations of what I thought I knewContinue reading “A Shepherd of Simplicity: My Journey with Pope Francis”
Finding Peace in the Midst of Life’s Storms
There’s something arresting about the image of a stormy sea—waves crashing, winds howling, and uncertainty swirling. In such moments, fear can feel all-consuming, and the world around us seems too vast, too powerful to conquer. Yet, in the midst of that chaos, one truth remains: No wave is bigger than the One who walks onContinue reading “Finding Peace in the Midst of Life’s Storms”
25 Things to Give Up This Lent
Lent is a season of reflection, sacrifice, and spiritual growth. It’s a time to pause, look inward, and let go of the things that weigh us down or distance us from our faith. While many people focus on giving up chocolate or social media, Lent is also an opportunity to release habits and mindsets thatContinue reading “25 Things to Give Up This Lent”
Carols with a Twist
Christmas carols have long been a beloved part of the holiday season, evoking memories of joy, togetherness, and the timeless message of hope. But what if these cherished melodies could be reimagined with a fresh perspective? “Carols with a Twist” explores how traditional carols with a message for today’s world. These have been put togetherContinue reading “Carols with a Twist”
