Tag Archives: Beauty

Being The Beloved

Posted on January 10, 2016 by Spirit Moments

“And when Jesus also had been baptized and was praying, the heaven was opened, and the Holy Spirit descended upon him in bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from heaven, ‘You are my Son, the Beloved; with … Continue reading →

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Channeling Jonathan Livingston Seagull

Posted on January 9, 2016 by Spirit Moments

“After saying farewell to them, he went up on the mountain to pray.” In my younger days, I would often imagine myself being like Jonathan Livingston Seagull. Seagulls spend their days scavenging for food while riding the wind thermals along … Continue reading →

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Epiphany

Posted on January 6, 2016 by Spirit Moments

Today is the feast of the Epiphany – the manifestation of God in the flesh to the visiting Magi, who came bearing gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. Gold to crown a king. The magi saw in the baby the … Continue reading →

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Learning From a Rock

Posted on January 3, 2016 by Spirit Moments

This is Morro Rock in Morro Bay. It was formed some 26 million years ago. It is a volcanic plug that formed at the mouth of an active volcano, virtually choking the volcano into extinction. It was originally situated in … Continue reading →

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The Mess I Am In Is The Basis Of My Faith

Posted on December 18, 2015 by Spirit Moments

I believe in God. But I have learned that God will not bail me out of my mess. Instead, He uses my mess to make me and my life better. The universe is a chaotic place, ever changing with stars … Continue reading →

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Awed By the Perseids

Posted on August 13, 2015 by Spirit Moments

Last night, we went up the hills of the Diablo Range in Morgan Hill to watch the Perseids meteor shower. It was totally dark but the place was full of cars and people. We laid out a blanket and laid … Continue reading →

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Standing On The Edge Of Eternity

Posted on August 9, 2015 by Spirit Moments

When it comes to human relationships; I have learned that if something is too good to be true, it is most probably not true. Scammers who promise unbelievable returns on your investments are promising you bubbles that will burst into … Continue reading →

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Phenomenal

Posted on August 6, 2015 by Spirit Moments

I am currently finishing up reading a most wonderful book, Phenomenal: A Hesitant Adventurer’s Search for Wonder in the Natural World by Leigh Ann Henion. She writes about seven amazing natural wonders from different parts of the world: the monarch butterfly … Continue reading →

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Truth Can Be Fatal

Posted on August 1, 2015 by Spirit Moments

Man, by nature, always desires to do what is good, to create and admire what is beautiful, and to proclaim and tell the truth. Often, it is the last one that many people have trouble with. Even the most depraved … Continue reading →

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Eyes And Ears

Posted on July 23, 2015 by Spirit Moments

If eyes were made for seeing, why do I fail to see so many things? I always wake up to a beautiful morning, why do I fail to see beauty the rest of the day? The eyes indeed were made … Continue reading →

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