Peace In Your Heart

There is so much happening in the world today that is pulling us further and further away from truth. While I have a great sense that "things" are happening around us, I find much comfort in reflecting upon the Words that God spoke to me this past summer. I had asked God very directly about the meaning of current world events and what my response should be. The Holy Spirit's words were clear and direct. Have peace in your heart and trust in your Lord. As it is written in Sacred Scripture, our Heavenly Father Who sees all, encourages us through St. Paul to "have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. Then the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4: 6-7) May God's peace be with you today.

Detachment

I've been doing a lot of thinking and reading about detachment lately... God has most

certainly prompted me in this direction. I've heard His Voice telling me to sell all that you have and give it to the poor. I've heard it at Mass in the Gospel readings. I've felt Him nudge me toward specific books on the subject. And I've "known" to seek out spirtual advisors to help me learn more about detaching from the world. He is leading me down a path that is helping to fullfill a deep desire for inner peace and happiness. Detachment... not just from things, but from the need for approval from others, the need to be understood, the need to contol things that are out of my control, the need to have people act in ways that I think they should act. Detachment is a well-known practice of monks, but it can be our practice, too. I have found a limited number of resources on the subject, but maybe I have found enough of them to grow in peace, happiness, contentment, and joy. I will dedicate the next several postings to sharing what I am learning and experiencing regarding detachment. I hope that you find some freedom in your hearts and minds as you journey down this path with me. (Photo: The Philospher by Rembrandt)