I believe that our silent thoughts, prayers, and petitions can be heard. I have faith that God knows the passion inside our hearts. This doesn’t make any sense in the natural world, but I believe God can hear our hearts. I even think the sound of our hearts is a song in God’s ears. I […]
Author: journeyoncanvas
Thoughts On Spiritual Memoir
Why write a spiritual memoir? Beyond writing about one’s life for popular acclaim, what is the motivation to explore and document the journey? In a fast paced, give me satisfaction NOW society, the invitation to reflect and share about the meanings and motivations for living has great appeal. What connects us all is a desire […]
What If We All Held Hands And Prayed: Spiritual Warfare For Today
Last night, I was at a worship concert. The feeling of being surrounded by thousands of people, all reaching towards God at the same time, is indescribable. My body actually vibrated while the music surrounded me: the pulse of the music driving though me (and everyone around me) at the same time. At one moment, […]
Prayer and Our Spiritual Autobiography
I recently went on a retreat. The speaker talked about worship and prayer. She said our prayers had a sound, especially when we joined together: praying and worshipping simultaneously and passionately. I like to imagine that, somehow, our silent prayers make a noise that reaches the Heavens. It is possible that as more voices join […]
Using Art to Deal and Heal
I’m having a hard time “dealing” with today. I don’t like the deal. The deal is that my kid is sick, and I’ve been praying for him for 5 years. Today, he’s sicker than ever. The doctors don’t know what’s wrong, and God seems silent. I’m sad, and I’m losing hope. I have a prayer […]