Tag: Wisdom

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

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    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.”

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    Rick Herring
    thmjmj@gmail.com

  • Go Make a Difference in the World

    Let the Light of God Shine Through You

    In a world filled with noise, confusion, and struggle, there is still one force powerful enough to change hearts, restore hope, and transform lives — the love of God working through His people.

    God did not create us to simply exist. He created us to shine. Every smile, every encouraging word, every act of kindness, and every prayer can become a reflection of His presence in the world.

    When we are filled with the Holy Spirit, we begin to see others differently. We become more patient, more compassionate, more forgiving, and more willing to serve. The Holy Spirit guides us to become light in dark places, life where there is discouragement, and love where there is pain.

    “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.” — Matthew 5:14

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    God Dwells Within Us

    One of the greatest truths in the Christian faith is that God desires to dwell within us. Through faith, prayer, and surrender, our hearts become a place where His Spirit lives and moves.

    Sometimes people search everywhere for peace, purpose, and joy, not realizing that God is already calling them from within. When we open our hearts to Him, He renews our minds, strengthens our spirits, and teaches us how to love others more deeply.

    Our souls become a living testimony of God’s grace.

    We are not meant to walk alone. God’s Spirit gives us courage when we are afraid, wisdom when we are uncertain, and hope when life feels difficult.

    “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit?” — 1 Corinthians 6:19

    Respond to God’s Creative Work in Your Life

    God is continually working within each of us. He plants dreams, purpose, creativity, and compassion into our hearts. The question is not whether God is calling us — the question is whether we are willing to respond.

    You do not have to be famous to make a difference.
    You do not need wealth or status to change someone’s life.

    A simple act of love can become a miracle for someone else.

    • Encourage someone who feels discouraged
    • Pray for someone in need
    • Help a neighbor
    • Share God’s love with kindness and humility
    • Be a voice of peace in a divided world

    These small acts become seeds of hope that God can multiply beyond what we can imagine.

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    Be Light, Life, and Love

    The world needs more than opinions and arguments. It needs people who carry the Spirit of God with gentleness, truth, and compassion.

    Today is a new opportunity to make a difference.

    Let your life reflect God’s glory.
    Let your words bring healing.
    Let your actions reveal His love.

    And wherever you go, may others see the light of Christ shining through you.

    Final Prayer

    Heavenly Father, fill us with Your Holy Spirit. Help us become vessels of Your love, peace, and truth. Give us the grace and faith to believe that You truly dwell within us. May our hearts become a reflection of heaven, and may our lives inspire others to seek You. Teach us to respond to Your creative work within us and to boldly make a difference in the world through Your love. Amen.

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    Rick Herring
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  • 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.

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    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.
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    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.

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    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

  • Humility Rains: Why the Heart Matters More Than the Label

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    CCC

    The difference between the two places is not perfection.

    The difference is humility.


    Pride Closes the Heart

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    Pride convinces us that we are self-sufficient. It tells us we are better than others, that we deserve more, or that we have nothing to learn.

    But pride has a hidden cost: it closes the heart.

    A proud heart cannot receive correction.
    It cannot admit weakness.
    It cannot bow.

    And without the ability to bow, the soul becomes rigid and isolated. Pride builds walls that even goodness cannot climb.

    This is why someone can appear morally good while still lacking the one quality that truly transforms the soul—humility.


    Humility Opens the Door

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    Humility is not weakness. It is clarity.

    A humble person understands three powerful truths:

    1. I am not perfect.
    2. I still have much to learn.
    3. I depend on grace beyond myself.

    This awareness softens the heart. It allows a person to change, to grow, and to receive forgiveness.

    Humility turns failure into transformation.

    That is why someone who once did wrong can still find their place in Heaven—because humility reshaped their heart.


    Humility Rains

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    Humility is like rain.

    Rain falls quietly.
    It nourishes the ground.
    It softens what was once hard.

    Without rain, the earth becomes dry and unyielding. With rain, life grows.

    In the same way, humility nourishes the soul.

    Where humility rains, compassion grows.
    Where humility rains, forgiveness becomes possible.
    Where humility rains, hearts become capable of Heaven.


    The Real Measure of a Soul

    In the end, the question is not simply whether a person was good or bad by human standards.

    The deeper question is this:

    Did humility ever rain in their heart?

    Because Heaven is not filled with perfect people.

    It is filled with people who learned to bow.

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