I absolutely love the song "Wait and See" by Brandon Heath (www.brandonheath.net). It is bringing me great solace right now as I walk my journey. As the song says, "He is working on my feet so they will walk straight." It is our natural inclination to wonder what is in store for us. I often find myself trying to make deals with God to see the future. Why do we do this? It is basically a lack of trust and that is sinful. As Proverbs 3:5-6 says, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths." I am trying to allow God to drive my life in all things. Everything about worry brings negativity into your life. It also puts wrinkles on your face. Heath continues, "He's holding my hand so he can lead me and teach me to endure." What a comforting visual that is for me. God holding our hands. It is a natural thing that we do all the time when we want someone to feel supported and loved. The human touch has been proven through research to help people heal and to make babies grow faster and more healthy. How much more does God's touch help us? The last line of the song says, "Now I am on the potter's wheel, he's molding me to fit his will, God's not finished with me yet." That brings me great comfort. Here is hoping that is does the same for you.
Finding St Anthony Among the Lost Items
Saint Anthony of Padua, though often associated with finding lost articles, was primarily known in his lifetime as a powerful and eloquent preacher. Originally a Canon Regular of St. Augustine, he was inspired to join the newly formed Franciscan order after witnessing the martyrdom of the first Franciscan missionaries in Morocco. His conversion to the mendicant life under St. Francis of Assisi transformed him, deepening his commitment to poverty, humility, and evangelical preaching. Gifted with profound theological knowledge and a captivating speaking style, he traveled across Italy and France, drawing immense crowds with his clear and passionate sermons, converting many and combating heresy with his unwavering faith and intellectual rigor. Beyond his public ministry, St. Anthony was a mystic who enjoyed profound spiritual experiences, most notably a vision of the Infant Jesus. This intimate connection with the Christ Child is a hallmark of his iconography, often depicting him c...
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