Pause+Pray

Sometimes we feel as if we'll never be good enough to be fully loved by those around us--or by God—because shame creeps in and tells us only parts of us are good.

There are times when we are pulled toward thoughts of the past and replaying regrettable events over and over in our minds. May this prayer help you to let go into today.

As the Israelites hurried to escape Egypt, they did not have time to prepare food before beginning their journey. Even so they all went with the most important ingredient—the presence of the living God.

Each of us has made mistakes. We have all sinned and need God’s mercy. In humble gratitude, take care to give in the same spirit that you have received.

We are often our own worst critics, failing to extend compassion to ourselves when we would easily do so for a loved one. Use this prayer to find your center within God’s compassionate embrace.

Wherever you are, whatever you’re doing, here, now, God is filling up your spirit, soul, and body with divine breath. The spiritual life is a matter of becoming aware of this ever-flowing love.