Bernard of Clairvaux (1090-1153), was called “the man of the twelfth century.” His vision of the full extent of the Christian’s spiritual journey and destiny, together with his grasp of the nature of love, are second to none in church history. His exquisite descriptions of romantic love between God and the soul may well have […]
Archives for February 2025
Psalm 91: The Protection of God
There is surely no grander a statement of faith in God than Psalm 91. It is a psalm to carry in your heart, especially when seeking God’s protection from evil of all manner, including “deadly pestilence,” which we recently endured with Covid 19. As you read and pray the first ten verses, imagine how you […]
What Prayer Is
Prayer is communication with God in all its forms. This includes intimate as well as seemingly distant communication, from monologues to dialogues, from texts to touch, from speech to silent communion. Prayer establishes the bridge between God and humanity. It is as vital to our personal well-being to develop a flourishing prayer life, as it […]