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The difference between courage and brashness is wisdom. Courage does not mean a lack of fear. Courage is moving forward despite fear. Christian courage means trusting that the Lord is with you even in times of trouble.

Sometimes it's difficult to surrender our efforts because we judge ourselves through the lens of our own expectations or perceived outcomes. When we don't surrender, it's easy for our identities to become attached to our own perceived ideals of how ...

Following Jesus, I will transcend my judgments and the mores of society to see the holiness in each person. I will view each person--even those whom I tend to marginalize--as God’s beloved children, worthy of my respect even when I ...

Spanish De La Salle Brother Jaime Barbal was forced to give up teaching Latin because of his hearing deterioration. When he was arrested during the Spanish Civil War his attorneys encouraged him not to mention being a religious brother. But ...

What you do in quiet moments matters. Many have gotten in the habit of being on the phone or social media instead of participating in a hobby, exercise group, or reading. You become what you surround yourself with.

Grass is growing between the sections of the sidewalk. It is not growing in the bare patches of the lawn. Why doesn't the grass know its proper place? Today, I will welcome growing things—unexpected events, new people—even when they are ...