So many changes are unfolding in the world and in our country. What I am seeing makes me ask if we have drifted away from one another and from what is truly important for the world to survive. Thinking about this makes me want to look more closely at how I am showing up in … More Have We Drifted Away?
Amid the turmoil around us, I look for an awakening. While I look, I listen to other spiritual leaders for inspiration. One of those leaders is Rev. David Alexander, D.D. In his article “What About the Road?,” he explores the biblical story of the Good Samaritan. If you are not familiar with the story, you can find … More An Awakening?
Earlier this week, we commemorated Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday. For me, it brought back memories of watching his beautiful speech: “I Have a Dream.” Even as a teenager growing up in an area where there were very few black folks, I could feel the intensity of his words. His passion was unmistakable! Despite the … More I Have a Dream
Despite my very busy week, I found time to contemplate a recent quote I read, which I am calling “Brilliant Blaze”! I would rather that my spark should burn out in a brilliant blaze than it should be stifled by dry-rot … The proper function of man is to live, not to exist. I shall … More Brilliant Blaze
“Energy flows where attention goes” is one of my favorite quotes to describe the process of setting intentions to create results for 2026. Now, notice, I did not say creating goals or resolutions! But instead, I suggest setting intentions to cultivate spiritual energy that moves you forward in life. Let me explain! The New Year … More Setting Intentions to Create Results for 2026
Let’s review the best articles of 2025! As we close out the year, I review the published articles of the year to see which ones resonated most with you, my readers. I find it interesting which ones you picked that differ from the ones I felt were my best. However, this year, most of my … More Best Articles of 2025
Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday Season to everyone! I want to share the words of Father Richard Rohr from his Christmas Message: Christ Is Always Arriving It makes sense that Christmas became the great celebratory feast of Christians because it basically says that it’s good to be human, it’s good to be on this Earth, … More Merry Christmas!
With Christmas coming next week, I have so many Christmas memories swirling around in my head. I am remembering the past Christmases when my kids were young. I enjoyed the time we spent decorating and baking. How excited they were on Christmas morning to find an array of gifts waiting for them under the tree. … More Christmas Memories, 2025
In a world of turmoil, it is a daily challenge to live in the world but not be part of the messiness of it. Or maintaining a spiritual life within despite the chaos around us. I am fortunate! Although I live in an area where I can’t always connect with like-minded spiritual people, I have … More Maintaining a Spiritual Life
I grew up learning that we don’t mix politics with religion. As I grew older, I found it was more important that, whatever our personal views, we express love to others. In other words, if the state of the world, the politics of a country, or the thoughts of society are based and shared in … More Express Love to Others