Tag Archives: God
True Hope
Not long ago I visited the Empire State Building with a friend. The line looked short—just down the block and around the corner. Yet as we entered the building, we discovered the line of people stretching through the lobby, up … Continue reading
Five-Finger Prayers
Prayer is a conversation with God, not a formula. Yet sometimes we might need to use a “method” to freshen up our prayer time. I recently came across this “Five-Finger Prayer” to use as a guide when praying for others: … Continue reading
Know your Limits
There’s a notion in Kabbalah known as Tzimtzum, or construction. When God created the world, he limited his powers so we could have free will. You can take comfort in the limits of your powers, too. Like God, you do … Continue reading
Humility
King Canute was one of the most powerful men on earth in the eleventh century. In a now-famous tale, it is said that he ordered his chair to be placed on the shore as the tide was rising. “You are … Continue reading
Mindfulness
My four-year-old son is full of questions, and chatters constantly. I love talking with him, but he’s developed an unfortunate habit of talking to me even when his back is turned. I often find myself saying, “I can’t hear you—please … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 