I have to say that I’m ready for a good mystery. I’m ready for a mystery of hope, a mystery of gladness, a mystery of joy. I’m ready to hear a mystery where death is finally defeated. I’m really tired of those who are dear to us, leaving and passing away. I’m tired of death. … Continue reading “Lo! I Tell You A Mystery”
Author: davetouhillsr
Jesus Was Never “Ho-Hum”
Originally Posted Oct. 18, 2023 Sometimes I read thru a few verses in the Bible and almost fall asleep. I may think “that’s interesting, good point made by the Lord there, hmmm, he seemed a bit upset…”. It’s like I have a “damper” on the word of God…something to subdue or deaden the meaning. This … Continue reading Jesus Was Never “Ho-Hum”
“Spiritual Muscle Memory”
Originally Posted Oct. 15, 2021 They say you never forget how to ride a bike. That being said, I was a bit wobbly on a recent bike ride… no crashes, but I didn’t try any wheelies. I think I’ve developed a bit of muscle memory. “When a movement is repeated over time, a long-term muscle … Continue reading “Spiritual Muscle Memory”
“From Vinnie To St. Vincent”
Originally Posted October 14, 2021 I think most Americans are fascinated with the “underdog”… the person or team that doesn’t have a chance for success, yet gains the victory overcoming incredible odds. Remember the movie “Rudy” ? “In the late 1960s Joliet, Illinois, Daniel Eugene "Rudy" Ruettiger dreams of playing football at Notre Dame, but … Continue reading “From Vinnie To St. Vincent”
“Testing”
Originally Posted October 13, 2021 Testing can reveal many things. How deep are my beliefs? How strong is my faith? It seems we don’t really know these answers until we are tested. When an engineer is testing a boiler to see if it’s working properly, he puts it under pressure and checks for leaks. You … Continue reading “Testing”
God Never Puts Us On “HOLD”
Does God really care? Does he really pay attention to us, to our life, to our pain, to our suffering? Does he listen to our prayers? Why does he seem to leave us in our “mess” after we’ve cried for help? Have you ever asked some of those questions in your moments of pain … … Continue reading God Never Puts Us On “HOLD”
“Brown”
Wow, I have to say my head has been spinning and my emotions are up and down. When you’ve known someone your entire life, it’s staggering when they are no longer a phone call away. Even when you know that life is winding down for this person, you just don’t think about it; if I … Continue reading “Brown”
“Out Of Sync”
Originally Posted Oct. 11, 2021 Back in high school a good friend of mine rebuilt the engine on a 1954 Ford V8 engine. He took it all apart, had the valves and pistons reground, and put it all back together. Expectations were high. On the big day, he got the engine started and took it … Continue reading “Out Of Sync”
“Our Weakness Should Not Terrify Us”
Originally Posted Oct. 8, 2021 I’m in the process of reading one of my favorite books for the 3rd time. It’s the autobiography of Thomas Merton, entitled , “The Seven Story Mountain”. It’s his spiritual odyssey from a young man growing up in the US and Europe,…. English prep schools, to Cambridge, and then to Columbia…a life of … Continue reading “Our Weakness Should Not Terrify Us”
“Is That Funny”
Originally Published Oct. 7, 2021 A friend recently mentioned to my daughter that, “ when your dad gets up to speak and he has a little smile on his face, I know he’s going to tell a joke.” Hmmmmmmm, I didn’t know I was so predictable. In truth, often I don’t plan on telling a … Continue reading “Is That Funny”
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