Originally Posted Nov. 23, 2021 We’ve been reading from the Book of Maccabees lately. In it there are exciting stories of courageous responses to evil…. standing up for the truth. King Antiochus of Greece thought he was kind and loving to the Jews, even though he brutally conquered them. “For I was kind and beloved in my … Continue reading “Beware Becoming Hard Hearted”
Author: davetouhillsr
“It’s Gonna Be Okay”
Life can be hard, at times very hard. But you know what, “It’s gonna be okay”. With the Lord at our side, it’s gonna be okay….all will be well with our souls” Wipe those tears away because our Lord will have the last word… and that word will be joy and peace and happiness and … Continue reading “It’s Gonna Be Okay”
“Are You Hungry”
I love to hear how different people come to “know the Lord”… how they come to believe the truth about Jesus Christ and give their heart to Christ. While many may make a decision when younger, everyone needs to ratify that decision at some point…and even that mature decision needs to deepened as life goes … Continue reading “Are You Hungry”
Waiting Can Be Tough
I can’t think of anything that is not affected by timing. It’s often not predictable or obvious, but still so important. Years ago a friend was helping to build a house… he had paused for a moment to catch his breath and stepped away just as a beam came crashing down right where he had … Continue reading Waiting Can Be Tough
Repentance Brings Wonderful Things
Originally Posted Nov. 22, 2021 Does repentance change God’s mind? That’s a very interesting question. It seems that true repentance does touch God’s heart and causes him to change some of the punishment that was forthcoming. There are many examples of this,….. from the people of Ninevah who repented in sackcloth and ashes … “when God … Continue reading Repentance Brings Wonderful Things
“Villa”
Originally Posted Nov. 19, 2021 Yesterday was the feast day of St. Rose Philippine Duchesne. In 1818 she traveled with five other Sacred Heart sisters from France to the frontier town of St. Charles, Missouri, opening the first school for girls between the Mississippi River and the Rocky Mountains. (Magnificat Nov. 18, 2021) The name … Continue reading “Villa”
“The Lord Will Show Up”
A number of years ago I had an important leadership position in our community. There were always significant issues that needed resolution. In truth, it was somewhat overwhelming. At that time I developed a wonderful habit of going to Eucharistic Adoration…. almost every day. I would leave the office and travel to a local church … Continue reading “The Lord Will Show Up”
“ Be Happy”
A friend of mine from high school and college recently passed away. When I saw him a couple of years back, after a 50 year gap, I brought him up to date on my life and the many ways God has blessed me. He later wrote to me, “Dave, Thanks for the email. It was fun … Continue reading “ Be Happy”
“A Wonderful Life”
It’s a wonderful thing when people operate in their gifts. They can do things that no one else can really do. The gifts come in a variety of sizes and shapes. The Professional Basketball Season (NBA) just ended. I’m amazed at the talent level (gift level) of these players …. their athleticism, skill set, endurance. … Continue reading “A Wonderful Life”
“It Is You O Lord, You Are The Only One”
I recently sent a note to a friend and BIG Miami Heat fan, congratulating him on how his team had put up a very good fight against the Denver Nuggets who are up 3-1 in the NBA finals. Well, he just got back to me quoting Yogi Berra, “Dave, it ain’t over till it’s over”. Hmmmm, Bill … Continue reading “It Is You O Lord, You Are The Only One”
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