From the fear that I am unlovable… Deliver me, Jesus. Today’s reflection on this second petition should be a no-brainer; especially after yesterday. Why should I fear that I’m unlovable, especially when the first petition rectifies the belief that I have to earn God’s love. Ergo, I’m loved. I’m loved by Love Itself! But of…
Author: Kathleen Peterson
The Wife
Day 1
From the belief that I have to earn Your love… Deliver me, Jesus. Honestly, every time I read this petition the Lord takes me deeper to a more profound understanding. The first time I prayed the Litany of Trust I felt as if this line was such a non-issue. Of course we don’t, we can’t,…
Gratitude in the Midst of Depression
Someone, anyone, tell me how to show authentic gratitude while in a state of depression. Go ahead. I’m listening… Please don’t tell me to, “Pray that God will lift the depression,” “Just tell Jesus only one thing you’re grateful for,” or “God knows how you feel.” I’ve told others these same things. Intellectually I know…
Litany of Trust • 30-Day Retreat
I started praying the Litany of Trust; a powerful prayer similar to the Litany of Humility but… uplifting and hopeful. They are both beautiful in their own right but the Litany of Trust is just hitting my heart in a different way. Recently, I found the companion book, Jesus, I Trust in You: A 30-Day…