Tag: anxiety
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the fixer
For all my fellow Martha’s. We organize. We get things done. We’re the glue that keeps families and work groups together and functioning. We look ahead and prepare for all sorts of contingencies. The world around us will collapse if not for us. Why us? Perhaps it is our given gifts or personality. Perhaps we…
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the abyss of love
My grandfather was a pony riding, “hellfire and brimstone” minister, saved after a vision from hell, following extended revelry. My mother raised on this continual scaring, never managed to shake her fear. Even into her 9th decade, she struggled with the love of God. And that is why this morning’s reading touched me, continuing…
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vantage point
Inescapable troubles abound: relational, personal, health, political, etc. Our viewing perspective makes all the difference in navigating the sludge of life. Taking Jesus as our stable viewing point, we can look out and face the “seismic catastrophes” facing us, knowing: God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will…
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mindful living
While traditional Christianity criticizes New Age thought, commonality can be found. Take for example phrases such as, “mindful living,” “in the present moment,” “centered in the here and now.” The gist is, don’t be distracted by worries about the past or future. Jesus teaches the same, telling his followers:“Give your entire attention to what God…
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