Ask, and Receive

Perhaps the reason for many unanswered prayers is that we’re asking for too little. Our God is an infinitely powerful one, and it can be quite an insult to Him if our requests are always the bare minimum. Instead of praying for assistance with one particular fault, why not ask God to help us overcome … More Ask, and Receive

Weather the Weather!

Whether the weather be cold or whether the weather be hot, we’ll weather the weather whatever the weather whether we like it or not. Why do we so often complain of the weather!? Our climate is dictated by an infinitely just and infinitely wise God who is capable of nothing but infinite goodness. Though the … More Weather the Weather!

Seeking Perfection

A great saint once said that he knew no other perfection than loving God with all one’s heart. If we ever wish to progress in our spiritual lives, knowledge of this truth is absolutely essential. Some contend that sanctity consists of multiplied prayers, great penances, extravagant alms, and the like. But these good things are … More Seeking Perfection

Praying Thanks

When is the best time to offer God a prayer of thanks? When things are not going well. The worse the situation, the better suited we are to give Him our thanks. Our lives could always be much, much worse, so giving thanks for the great many blessings we do have is surely most pleasing … More Praying Thanks

Happy Independence Day!

Originally posted on TomNaegeleBlogs:
240 years. Not a bad life you’ve had, America. For this birthday, I’d like to write you a little love letter… If that’s cool? Thanks. Here goes. You’re definitely the best country I’ve ever met. You are so very beautiful on the inside and out. Your people are so good, their…