by ParticularlyCALLED | Apr 30, 2025 | Christian Goal Setting, Intimacy, Personal Growth, Spiritual Growth
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...
by ParticularlyCALLED | Mar 14, 2025 | Calling, Role of Religion, Spiritual Growth
Could this be your problem? It is wonderful to have a comfortable relationship with God, to read the Bible and desire His presence and action in your life. It is beautiful indeed to pray and praise with all your heart, soul, and voice. It is commendable to give your...
by ParticularlyCALLED | Feb 20, 2025 | Calling, Intimacy, Seasonal Reflections
Lent is coming up quickly. It’s so easy to “give up chocolate” or take the cursory but meaningless, “I’ll be nicer”, approach to Lent (now that “Don’t just give up chocolate for Lent” has become popularized). Maybe...
by ParticularlyCALLED | Dec 17, 2024 | Role of Religion
I’ve been reading internet articles and listening to people spout their anti-Catholic nonsense for years. Problem is, none of it makes me hate Catholicism, it’s just another form of bullying or prejudice, based on false information, misunderstandings,...
by ParticularlyCALLED | Oct 5, 2024 | Prayer, Quiet and Listening to God, Spiritual Disciplines, Spiritual Growth
Interior quietude allows you to experience a strong connection with God no matter what is going on around you. It is like a clear communication channel, one that does not easily succumb to distraction or get drowned out by the “static” of everyday life. Mental silence...
