My mother used to toss around the quip “only the good die young”. I never really thought too much about its meaning or origin.... lately I have wondered more about what it could mean. In checking it out, it seems like it has more of a pagan background than Christian. ("Whom the gods love dies young; Best go … Continue reading “Time To Get Holy”
Author: davetouhillsr
“Shadow Side of The Soul”
There are many excellent spiritual authors today who speak the truth in compelling ways. While all may be truthful and good and helpful, I find there are some that tend to almost always get my attention, to frequently make a point that hits home with me. Fr. Donald Haggerty of St. Pat’s Cathedral is one of … Continue reading “Shadow Side of The Soul”
“The Next St. Paul”
Originally Posted March 7, 2022 I think it’s likely that the great leaders of the Church for the next decades are sitting out in the marketplace, out in the government, out in some obscure family, perhaps in some classroom, or maybe even in some jail. They may not be aware of Christ or certainly haven’t … Continue reading “The Next St. Paul”
“Practice Makes Perfect”
Originally Posted March 3, 2022 Have you ever watched a boxing movie where the old cagey manager slurs, “Hey Rock, never fight a southpaw …. you’ll get confused by their fighting stance, and he’ll knock you on your fanny…. and kid, you got to practice, practice, practice… if you don’t, once you get bonked on … Continue reading “Practice Makes Perfect”
“Four Absolutes”
Here we are in the early days of Lent 2024 and I’m still sorting out plans for the 40 days. I recently launched into a new book; it’s title is “Eric Liddell: Pure Gold”. I’d guest that most of you remember that name from the award winning movie, “Chariots of Fire”. The book provides much of the … Continue reading “Four Absolutes”
“Yikes….Lent Is Here”
It’s endearing when you see a little child cry out, “hey, look at me…watch me….me-me-me.” It’s not so cute when the person happens to be 25 or 75 years old. While I may be a bit more subtle in camouflaging my “attention seeking”, it’s still pretty obvious. It seems that there’s something in us that is … Continue reading “Yikes….Lent Is Here”
“40 Day Opportunity”
Originally Posted March 2, 2022 “You are dust, and unto dust you shall return.” Yes, it’s Ash Wednesday….the beginning of Lent, the 40 Days. I have to admit that my initial reaction to Lent is often Auuuuuuuggggghhhhhh…… not Lent again. Truly the spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak. Part of my problem is … Continue reading “40 Day Opportunity”
“Judy: Getting Ready For Lent”
Judy’s had a pretty good Lenten preparation. After our trip to Michigan with assorted challenges, she had an infected molar pulled, and we are now in the “out patient” waiting room at Morristown Hospital, while Judy is in surgery to have a cyst removed from her liver. She is very brave and is all set … Continue reading “Judy: Getting Ready For Lent”
“Race For Last Place”
Originally Posted April 28, 2022 What is it about competition, the need to be first or at least to beat the person next to you? I had a good friend growing up who was very competitive … he just had to win. It did help him to achieve many things on the athletic field and … Continue reading “Race For Last Place”
“Let’s Go Fishin…”
Originally Posted April 27, 2022 There are many striking stories of Jesus’s 50 days on earth after the resurrection. We learn so much about the Lord’s care and concern for us and also about his followers and what they were thinking. You often hear “after all the apostles had witnessed over the previous three years, … Continue reading “Let’s Go Fishin…”
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