My Lady, Who may live in the House of Love? Who may dwell in your Presence? Those who walk in your Way, and who stand for what is right and good. Those who speak the Truth from their heart, and have no deception in their action. Those who put up withContinue reading “Psalm 15: House of the Lord (Next Day Repost)”
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House of the Lord (Psalm 15)
My Lady, Who may live in the House of Love? Who may dwell in your Presence? Those who walk in your Way, and who stand for what is right and good. Those who speak the Truth from their heart, and have no deception in their action. Those who put up withContinue reading “House of the Lord (Psalm 15)”
A Mother’s Love (Psalm 61)
Dear Mother, hear my cry; listen to my prayer. I call to you, my heart aches; give me peace and equanimity. You are my safe harbor, protect me and shield me. I long to rest assured in your presence and relax in the harmony of creation. I will keep myContinue reading “A Mother’s Love (Psalm 61)”
Caring
always thoughtful always considerate always sensitive always helpful Doing whatever it takes to show concern. Being benevolent with peace and joy. humane altruistic benign attentive Giving the marginalized spiritual sustenance. Providing support both physical and emotional. Caring needs to be trustworthy, wants to be loving, entails sacrifice.
Help! (Psalm 130)
Out of the depths I cry to you, My God, hear me. Be attentive to my cry for mercy. If you, kept a record of offenses, My God, who could stand? But, with you there is forgiveness; therefore, you are feared. My soul waits for you, O God, and I need your protection, My soulContinue reading “Help! (Psalm 130)”
Tincture of Time
What if…? Can subdue study – Can weaken resolve – Can reduce practice – Good answer – accept change and admit chance with watchful waiting Good answer – review outcome and transform firmness with attentive imagining Good answer – transfigure presence and metamorphose life with heartfelt expecting Final answer – affect with a slight amountContinue reading “Tincture of Time”
Use Me
(Based on the Prayer of St Francis of Assisi) O God, Make me an instrument of the Spirit; where there is bias, openness; where there is intransigence, reconciliation; where there is hesitancy, zeal; where there is judgment, compassion; where there is fear, peace; where there is selfishness, love. O God, Help me to confront prejudiceContinue reading “Use Me”
Signature Move
A signature move is an essential act that awaits accompaniment. Jackson’s Moon Walk, a handshake, Churchill’s “V” sign, a high five, Fosbury’s Flop, a raised glass, Cesar’s thumb down, a standing ovation, Bernstein’s entreating wave, crossed fingers. Sometimes someone goes unrecognized despite wondrous works. Concealed by who people want to see, disguised by who theyContinue reading “Signature Move”
Be Happy (Psalm 96)
Sing a new song, sing to Our Lady, all the earth. Sing to God and give reverence, proclaim the good news every day in every way. She has made a covenant with us and bestows great blessings upon us. Happy are we in Her presence and, fierce with Her as a companion. The worldly worshipContinue reading “Be Happy (Psalm 96)”
Embracing Change
O God, I am tired and confused. Help me be still, Help me be quiet and listen, Help me not be overwhelmed by what must be done. Give me peace as I start anew. Help me rest assured in your presence, Help me say, “Yes, I can”, Help me trust you and myself. O God,Continue reading “Embracing Change”
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