On various evil thoughts (translation from Greek by K. Yanakiev)PonticusEvagriusArchive for Medieval Philosophy & Culture
But the things going forth out of the mouth come forth out of the heart, and these defile the man.King James BibleBut those things which proceed out of the mouth come forth from the heart; and they defile the man.New King James VersionBut those things which proceed out of the mouth ...
Such outcomesarewithin our grasp if we take to heart the advice of these discerning leaders: “It is necessary for the welfare of the nation that men’s lives be based on the principles of the Bible. No man, educated or uneducated, can afford to be ignorant of the Bible[9].” —Theod...
aFree your mind out of negativity n evil thoughts for God looks directly into our heart. No need to judge or condemn others for that is the work of the Lord. God's ways re different from ours and that's why no matter hw much we sin He still loves us n forgives us. tho for us ...
Following are nine of the most common negative evil thoughts we see ourselves struggle with, and some quality tips to get back on track: #1. “I don’t like them because they are different.” Make a promise to yourself. Promise to stop the drama before it begins, to breathe deeply and...
For the reasons listed above and more, Watts invites: “Let every heart prepare him room” (v. 1), and “Let men [all humanity] their songs employ” (v. 1)! May we be just such people who sing with intention, from a place of authenticity[12]. ...
Strength. “The Lord is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him. The Lord is the strength of his people; he is the saving refuge of his anointed” (Psalm 28:7-8). We’re weak and powerless ...
The Rage of Evil: Thoughts from a Former School Shooter: Directed by Carolyn McCulley. In 1982, T.J. Stevens showed up at his school with a high-powered rifle, determined to shoot others and kill himself. Decades later, he is ready to talk about his past
Toward the end of the account, as those shepherds were spreading the word of Jesus’ birth, Luke wrote, “Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart” (v. 19). Indeed. She had much to process: Her baby was the Messiah, the Promised One, who would save his ...
So this section of my notebook isn’t for requests, it’s for model prayers that have especially touched my heart. I can turn to these when the words won’t come. An index helps me find an appropriate one. For example, when I need discernment I turn to a prayer of Thomas Merton, ...