Holy cow!!! Just saw the Pope resigned..... Feb 11, 2013. 7:00am
A text from my son Jason....that's how i found out about this most "shocking" news. I won't get into a discussion on this topic just yet. There is so much to consider and pray over. I've loved this Pope from the moment he stepped out on the balcony at the Vatican in 2005. I remember being away from the TV when i heard they had elected a new Pope and i ran to the living room to see. As soon as i saw him i was filled with such joy and overwhelmed with emotion that the tears just flowed. Again when i heard the "shocking" news, like so many that loved him, my heart was stirred to tears once again. God bless you, dear Benedict
Looking over the writings of my spiritual journey I'm reminded that God is indeed in control of my life and that it goes so much smoother if i remember that. So often i forget. It was Pope Benedict's request that we share our journey of faith when he proclaimed this Year of Faith in hopes that it may draw many back to the church and remind us of our Baptismal promise to reject Satan and all his empty promises. It's not easy to put yourself out there but i believe we will need strength and courage in the days ahead. I have fought the other side more than once but i prefer not to give notice or spotlight to the "evil one". Just know that the precious name of JESUS was what released me in that moment. I say this because in today's society evil is made to look good but let me tell you, it's scary as HELL. Only Jesus can pull you away and He can only pull you away if you ask or if you're lucky enough to have someone who loves you and prays for you everyday.
We will all need the strength to make it through these turbulent time ahead not just in personal faith but the ultimate collapse of our country and a true passion walk for our beloved Catholic Church. Remember Jesus promised that the gates of Hell will not destroy it. It will seem like all is lost but the "remnant" church will survive. Jesus said it, so I believe. Always remember that with prayer and preparation there is no need to fear and by sharing we will be OK emotionally as well. Please feel free to share your journey with me or others. It's always an inspiration to hear how God is working in people's lives. He doesn't just work in exceptional people like the Saints we read about but in ordinary people like you and me. It's not big things but the "little" things that stirs us and makes us realize something just happened and it was "bigger" than me. I know everyone of you has had that experience, you just have to claim it. Believe that God works in each one of us and loves each one of us like we are His only child.
How AWESOME is that? I know, that word is so overused but doesn't it just say it all.
Definition of awesome- So impressive or overwhelming as to inspire a strong feeling of admiration or fear..... breathtaking, splendid, humbling
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