Consent of the Governed In the American Constitutional Representative Republic, those given the inestimable honor of being elected to office have the absolute duty to rule by the “consent of the governed.” That “consent” is generally provided at the ballot … Continue reading California and the Laws that Divide
Dear Lamb of God, You are the still quiet voice in each of us. This earth we walk has deceitful stony paths. We stumble and fall; the stones like teeth bite into our very hearts. Your hand stretches out to us … Continue reading COLLECT #74
Dearest Heavenly Father, You are the cornerstone of life. All stones are laid in reference to your mighty stone. You set the direction and position of the tower that you build, the almighty tower of love. I bring … Continue reading Collect #27
Dear Heavenly Father, You have given us a heart with which we feel love. You have given us a mind with which we discern the truth. You have given us a soul with which we know you. You … Continue reading Collect #28
December 13, 2022 Dearest Heavenly Father, The Bible tells us that “Jesus wept.” His tears, soft and warm, rolled like broken pebbles onto the earth that groaned for humankind. His tears embraced the depths of human sorrow. The shadows … Continue reading COLLECT #73
Dear Heavenly Father, You are in this moment. I will not find you in yesterday and I will not find you in tomorrow. You are in this present moment and we call You the Presence. As our thoughts … Continue reading Collect #29
Dear Heavenly Father, You gave us the gift of prayer. Our trust and faith in You give our words power. The Holy Spirit works through the power of these words. Your words strengthen those who receive our prayers, … Continue reading Collect #25
Dear Heavenly Father, We must remember that all things are passing. Every moment is passing. We rest in each passing moment. Within each moment, You are here. You tell us to be still and know that You are here. … Continue reading Collect #26
Dearest Heavenly Father, We can only imagine the wonder and power of Your Love. We cannot put You into words for our words belong to the world. You are not of this world. You have given us a stairway … Continue reading COLLECT #71
Dear Heavenly Father, You have given us a New Year. We ask you, Father, how can we be made New? You teach us moment by moment to know what is New and what is Old. The New has the power to awaken our … Continue reading Collect # 70
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