Gifted With Enthusiasm
I like the idea of an enthused God. It stands in meaningful contrast to the stern judgmental Old Testament God of my youth. I lack the gift of enthusiasm but witness it through some loved ones blessed with that gift.
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I like the idea of an enthused God. It stands in meaningful contrast to the stern judgmental Old Testament God of my youth. I lack the gift of enthusiasm but witness it through some loved ones blessed with that gift.
Walking through our own pain, with God’s help, leads us to reach out to others.
We all know we are called to love our neighbor, but many of us forget the rest of that commandment—to love ourselves. Some confuse love of self with being self-centered. Jesus can help us quiet the inner voice of condemnation and replace it with his gentle words, “I am with you always.”
My mother lost two girls and rarely talked about them. Yet on her deathbed she said, “I’m going to see my girls.” Even in silence, they were always with her. So it is for many women.
We all face tragedy and challenges in life. When you make the choice to heal, your spirit is awakened through a nurturing of self and faith.
As we help soldiers return to civilian life, sometimes it’s best simply to listen.
Jesus asks this of all his disciples. How do we respond?
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