I didn't use to pray novenas. I always thought that praying directly to God was better. But I read this passage from the Bible: "The continual prayer of a just man availeth much." - James 5:16 I thought of the matter more and now I see that novenas are a humble way of praying. It is asking those closest to Jesus (and holiest) people who walked the earth, to pray for me. This is not a new way of doing things as Moses intervened for the Jews when God wanted to punish them for making a bull with their own hands and started worshipping them. I now think God is pleased whenever I pray a novena. Since then, I have seen so many SIGNS AND WONDERS in myself and in my circumstances because I prayed a novena. I credit Saint Joseph for my happy home life and also for helping us with our finances though the best thing for me is the way novenas help us to lead holy lives. The saints want no applause but rather, they will always draw us closer to God. Instead of idolizing cel
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What beautiful artwork. I've always loved the verse giving us hope in our despair--that God collects our tears. Sometimes I feel so small in light of the vastness of His followers. And yet still my tears, my sorrows are important to Him. What a great thought to begin the day.
ReplyDeleteLovely words and art! He is our joy and He does live with us in our sorrows.
ReplyDeleteLike you, I've always thought Mary's sad plea, "They have taken my Lord away" so poignant. Easter Day brings joy, but sometimes it doesn't project into happy circumstances. This year, a friend passed away the evening of Holy Saturday and this Easter Sunday, both Mary's comments and the promise that He is risen meant something quite new and wonderful.
ReplyDeleteHi Christina! I know it's late but I'd still like to greet you Happy Easter!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this powerful message. The illustrations are great and so as the bible passages and reflections. By the way, I think you can be great author of Christian story books for kids. You have a unique and special way of sharing the Holy Scripture.
Love your art and the story of Mary M. is one of my favorites. Love how He says her name. glad I discovered your blog today - will be back
ReplyDeleteFantastic words, and art.
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful!!!!
ReplyDeleteinteresting post you have here :) and site
ReplyDeleteOnce again..beautiful artwork! I pray I recognize Jesus more and more.
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