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6 Stages of Spiritual Growth: How to Make Quick and Sure Progress
Did you know that the secret to growth in the Spiritual Life lies in the structure of our ordinary days? For some, settling in to ordinary routines after a Summer of whimsical "spontaneity" may seem challenging, but for many it is a happy respite from tumult and...
Why is Sin Bad? (Very Practical!)
Here's a thought: What if sin isn't bad because it is evil, but rather evil because it is bad? What does that even mean? Most of us think, my sin isn't that bad because it's not hurting anyone. For example, gluttony, intemperance, wasting time, or "private sins"....
Should I be Searching for a Spiritual Director?
Spiritual direction makes us feel special. We get to talk about ourselves and feel heard. We get to think about how well we are doing and pat ourselves on the back for making such "great efforts" in our spiritual lives. It gives us space to feel bad for ourselves and...
What to Expect when God brings you Closer to Himself
Wouldn't it be wonderful if we had a tool to help us gauge our growth in the area of union with God? Most people seem to believe that they should gauge their closeness with God by how touchy-feely they get about Him, how many spiritual consolations they receive in...
The Most Important Element MISSING in Your Self-Care Routine
It's basically established now in the internet world that self-care isn't selfish, it's actually necessary. A requirement that we must incorporate into our daily routines without fail or calamity ensues. The real question is, how WELL are we doing it??? It's basically...
Why Does it Matter if we Know, Love, & Serve God in this Life?
Can we stop overcomplicating Christianity? Maybe we don't even realize we are doing it, but sometimes all we need are fresh words to simplify and refresh our perspective... and consequently, our enthusiasm. We worry about what we are supposed to be doing. We worry...