The Power of One Candle
February 2nd commemorates the day that Mary and Joseph presented the Christ child in the temple. Only Simeon and Anna could see the profound meaning behind this ordinary moment. Do you feel like a dim candle? Your light can do more than you realize.
I Feel So Blessed When...
What does it take to be happy? Jesus tells us that we should feel so blessed when we experience being, "beggars in spirit.” This, and the rest of the Beatitudes, only make sense if, as it turns out, my life is not about me.
Why So Few People Choose the Road to Happiness
We all want to be happy. But we end up looking for happiness like a blind pig rooting for truffles. The disciples found the road to happiness in the most unexpected place. They have lit the way so that you can find it more easily.
Behold the Lamb of God!
This title refers to Jesus Christ as the innocent, perfect sacrifice. Where does sacrifice come from? What does it mean for us today? If you’re not living a life of sacrifice, you’re missing out on a lot of blessings.
The Father Blesses His Children
Today we “zoom out” from the Baby Jesus and we notice two things. First, we see the spiritual motherhood of Mary. Second, we see the Fatherhood of God in three different places. Let me show you how to spot it.
The Warmth and Light of Christmas
A young couple welcomes God's Love into the world. The shepherds are warmed and the wise men are enlightened. Draw near the stable and let God’s love warm your heart and enlighten your mind.
When Did God Start Preparing for Christmas?
There are three key prophecies that help us see how God prepared the gift that is Jesus. Do you shy away from welcoming Emmanuel, God-with-you? Mary and Joseph will show you how to welcome the Christ Child.
A Kolache Waiting to be Filled
Only a relationship with God will fulfill us. So why do we keep God at a distance? It gets dry between the rains and we can be tempted to do something to fill the emptiness. Wait for the Lord to come and fill you with the warmth of his love.
Disciple, Mother, Queen
What can the Immaculate Conception teach us? We only have one Savior, Jesus. He saved Mary and preserved her from all sin for our sake. It is for your sake that Mary was conceived immaculately. Spend some time talking to your Mother today.
The Harder I Try to Fill The Emptiness, The More Empty I Feel
What are some of the ways that you try to fill yourself. I know because we all do it. But the harder we try to fill ourselves, the emptier we feel. Advent reminds us that only One can fill us, and we need to wait for him.
Why We Often Feel Empty
Each of us is handmade. We were made by God; his fingerprints are all over us. We were made for God and only the King can fulfill me. Advent is a time to prepare, and not just for a family visit, but for a visit from the King himself.