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The Holy Trinity: Not a Puzzle to Solve, but Three Divine Persons to Love

The Holy Trinity: A Relationship of Love

Many people spend their lives trying to figure out the mystery of the Holy Trinity. While there is certainly much to learn about this great mystery of faith, the Holy Trinity is not primarily something to figure out. The Trinity is Someone to know, Someone to love, and Someone with whom we are called to have a personal relationship.

The mission of every Christian is to enter into an intimate relationship with each Person of the Holy Trinity: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

God the Father: Our Loving Creator

The first Person of the Trinity is God the Father. He is our Creator and the source of all life. Out of infinite love, He created each one of us with a purpose.

God made us to know Him, love Him, and serve Him in this world so that we may be happy with Him forever in Heaven. Every blessing we enjoy, every breath we take, and every opportunity we receive comes from His loving hand.

The Father is not distant or indifferent. He knows us personally. He knows our joys, our struggles, our hopes, and our fears. Like the loving father in the parable of the Prodigal Son, He constantly waits for us to return to Him and experience His mercy and love.

Jesus Christ: The Greatest Act of Love in History

The second Person of the Trinity is Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

Jesus is the Lord of Lords and the King of Kings. He is God made man, the perfect revelation of the Father’s love. Out of endless mercy and infinite grace, He chose to enter into the brokenness of our world.

He did not have to do this. Yet He willingly stepped into our suffering, our pain, and our sin. It is the most magnificent and majestic act of love in human history.

Through His death on the Cross, Jesus paid the price for our salvation. Through His Resurrection, He conquered sin and death. He opened the gates of Heaven and invited all humanity into the family of God.

Eternal life is now available to every person who chooses to accept His gift of salvation and follow Him.

When we look upon the Cross, we do not merely see suffering. We see love. We see sacrifice. We see the heart of God reaching out to humanity.

As Jesus Himself said:

“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” (John 15:13)

The Holy Spirit: The Spirit of Love, Wisdom, and Power

The third Person of the Trinity is the Holy Spirit, often called the Paraclete, the Advocate, and the Spirit of Truth.

The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of Love, Wisdom, Joy, and Power.

Before Pentecost, the Apostles often struggled to understand the mission Jesus had entrusted to them. They were fearful, uncertain, and confused.

Then everything changed.

When the Holy Spirit descended upon them at Pentecost, they were transformed. The timid became courageous. The confused gained wisdom. The fearful became bold witnesses for Christ.

The Holy Spirit empowered the Apostles to proclaim the Gospel throughout the world. In many ways, Pentecost was the birth of Christianity as a worldwide mission.

The same Holy Spirit who transformed the Apostles is available to us today. He guides us, teaches us, strengthens us, comforts us, and fills us with the gifts necessary to fulfill God’s purpose for our lives.

When we invite the Holy Spirit into our hearts, He helps us grow in holiness and draws us closer to both the Father and the Son.

Living in Relationship with the Trinity

The Christian life is not merely about following rules or understanding doctrines. It is about living in a loving relationship with God.

We pray to the Father.

We follow Jesus Christ.

We are empowered by the Holy Spirit.

The Father loves us into existence.

The Son redeems us through His sacrifice.

The Holy Spirit transforms us from within.

Every Mass, every prayer, every act of love, and every moment of faith brings us deeper into the life of the Holy Trinity.

The mystery of the Trinity will always be greater than our understanding. Yet God does not ask us to fully comprehend Him. He invites us to know Him, trust Him, and love Him.

May we grow each day in our relationship with the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, until the day we see God face to face and experience the fullness of His love forever in Heaven.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Suggested Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”

Than you for reading this blog. Please share with others.

Rick Herring
thmjmj@gmail.com

May 31, 2026
Is God the CEO of your Business
Running a business is more than making profits, building teams, or reaching goals. For many entrepreneurs and leaders, business is also a spiritual assignment. The question every business owner should ask is this: Who is really leading the company? Is it driven only by human wisdom and ambition, or is God the true CEO?

God Gave Us Authority — But the Power Belongs to Him

From the beginning, God gave mankind authority over the earth, the animals, and the plants. He entrusted humanity with stewardship and responsibility. Yet while we have authority, the ultimate power still belongs to God.

Many business owners work tirelessly trying to carry every burden alone. They make decisions based only on trends, emotions, or financial pressure. But true success comes when we surrender our business plans to God and recognize Him as the Senior Partner.

A successful business is not built merely on strategy — it is built on obedience, wisdom, integrity, and faith.

God as the Senior Partner

When we invite God to be the CEO of our business, we acknowledge that He leads and we follow. We stop asking God to bless our plans and begin asking Him to reveal His plans.

Jesus demonstrated this perfectly during His ministry on earth. He continually submitted Himself to the Father’s will. Jesus said He only did what the Father showed Him to do. His ministry was powerful because it operated in complete partnership with God.

Jesus Christ showed us that surrender is not weakness — it is the pathway to divine power and direction.

What Happens When God Leads Your Business?

When God becomes the CEO of your business:
- Decisions are guided by wisdom instead of fear.
- Integrity becomes more important than shortcuts.
- Employees and customers are treated with love and respect.
- Peace replaces constant anxiety.
- Purpose becomes greater than profits alone.
This does not mean there will never be challenges. Every business faces obstacles. But when God is leading, you are no longer carrying the vision alone. You are operating under divine guidance and authority.

Surrender Brings Strength

Many people want God to be their helper, but not their leader. Yet partnership with God requires surrender. A CEO has the final authority. If God is truly the CEO of your business, then His values, His timing, and His direction must come first.

That may mean walking away from dishonest opportunities, treating people fairly even when it costs more, or waiting patiently for God’s timing instead of forcing open doors.

Real faith in business is trusting that God’s way produces lasting success.

Final Thoughts

Your business can become more than a source of income — it can become a ministry, a testimony, and a tool for God’s purpose. When you surrender your plans and allow God to lead as the CEO, you position your business for spiritual and practical success.

The world teaches self-reliance, but God teaches partnership.

The authority may be in our hands, but the power still belongs to Him.

Please bring God into your business as the CEO. The Senior and desiding partner for every decision. Every indeaver. Make your business, your life a ministry to bring people closer to God.

Rick
thmjmj@gmail.com
May 14, 2026
1. Miracles and Testimonies of Divine Mercy
Real Stories of Grace, Conversion, and Hope

🌿 Mercy in Action

Since the revelations to Saint Faustina Kowalska, countless souls have experienced powerful graces through the Chaplet of Divine Mercy.

These are not always dramatic miracles—but often quiet transformations of the heart.

💖 Conversions of the Heart

Many who felt far from Jesus Christ have returned through this prayer.
- A man away from the Church for 40 years begins praying the chaplet—and returns to confession
- A woman burdened by guilt finds peace after praying daily
- A family reconciles after years of division
These are miracles of the soul—often the greatest kind.

✨ Healing and Peace

Some testimonies include physical and emotional healing:
- Recovery after serious illness following persistent prayer
- Relief from anxiety and depression
- Strength to endure suffering with peace
While not every prayer results in physical healing, many report a deep interior peace beyond understanding.

🕊️ The Hour of Death

Perhaps the most powerful testimonies come from those who prayed the chaplet for the dying.

Priests and families have shared stories of:
- Peaceful deaths after a lifetime away from faith
- Sudden repentance in final moments
- A visible calm entering the room during prayer
Jesus promised mercy at that hour—and many believe they have witnessed it.

✝️ Reflection

Miracles of Divine Mercy are not always loud.
They are often quiet, hidden, and deeply personal.

But each one whispers the same truth:

God never stops reaching for us.

📖 2. The Meaning Behind Each Line of the Chaplet

Understanding the Depth of the Prayer

🌿 “Eternal Father, I offer You…”

This line is an offering.

We present to God the Father the sacrifice of His Son—
the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Jesus.

It unites our prayer with the Cross.

✨ “In atonement for our sins…”

We acknowledge:
- Our need for mercy
- The reality of sin
- The gift of redemption
This is not a prayer of fear—but of trust in forgiveness.

💖 “For the sake of His sorrowful Passion…”

We appeal not to our own goodness—but to Christ’s suffering.

His Passion becomes our hope.

We are saying:

“Because of what You endured, have mercy.”

🌍 “Have mercy on us and on the whole world”

This is where the chaplet becomes universal.

We pray for:
- Ourselves
- Our loved ones
- Strangers
- Even those who oppose us
It is a prayer that expands the heart.

🕊️ “Holy God, Holy Mighty One…”

This ancient prayer reminds us of God’s:
- Holiness
- Power
- Eternal nature
And yet—we ask Him for mercy.

✝️ Reflection

Every line of the chaplet is a movement:
- From sin → to mercy
- From fear → to trust
- From self → to the whole world
”Click Here to view the Promises attached to The Chaplet of Divine Mercy

Rick Herring
thmjmjQ@gmail.com
April 11, 2026