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the cloth (revisited)

Published on April 4, 2026March 31, 2026 by Dawn MarieLeave a comment

It is human nature to question if the paths we have taken in life,

the choices we have made,

the gifts we have shared

are pleasing to God.

Does it come from the “Will of the Father?”

the desire of our own making?

There is one way, I have found, to rest in God’s presence in these moments of discernment.

It is a simple & quiet

Peace of Heart

which allows me the assurance that

my God IS speaking.

Is this an easy thing to discern?

No!

Trust me – my logic rethinks it often; yet, if it is from Him –

He always leads me back to Peace.

It is there that I find rest,

it is then that I am comforted,

it is at last…

a trust that goes beyond knowing.

(Can there be any greater peace than that?)

Today I am re-blogging a story I wrote & posted several years ago; which depicts the surprising ways in which our Father can reveal to us whatever He may be needing us to do – as an important participation to His Master-Plan.

And I pray we may find one another

– in the midst of His Caravan of Followers–

beside the Master, together.

Click here to read The Cloth.

fire of God’s love

Published on September 23, 2025September 28, 2025 by Dawn Marie1 Comment

Jesus says things that can sound rather harsh. He said, “I came to bring fire to the earth, and how I wish it were already kindled!” and “Do you think that I have come to bring peace to the earth? No, I tell you, but rather division!” This teaching from Our Lord can be difficult for us who see Jesus as the Prince of Peace. It is easy to see why His words can be very confusing because we usually think of Jesus as bringing peace and love, right?

To understand what Our Lord is teaching us, it is important to know what He means by using words like “fire” and “division.” When Jesus talks about “fire,” He’s not necessarily talking about a destructive fire that burns things down. Instead, Our Lord is talking about the fire of God’s love and truth. The Lord’s fire, like we see above His Most Sacred and Passionate Heart, burns brightly to change hearts and the world for the better. God’s fire can purify motives and helps us to see what is truly important and to live according to His ways. The fire of God’s love purifies like gold in the fire which burns away what is not of God…the lies, the ugliness, the sins.

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the goodness and power of God

Published on August 10, 2025August 25, 2025 by Dawn Marie2 Comments

“God wants the humble souls, who love Him and, therefore, pray to Him, to govern the world through the goodness and power of God.
He wants them to save and sanctify souls and to bring about the kingdom of divine love in them.” KW 1302
St. Maximilian Kolbe

Heavenly Father I come before you with a heart full of gratitude for the precious gift of family and I place them all in Your hands. Fill them with Your grace and mercy. Bless them with your holy presence. May they walk in obedience to your Word. Keep them safe. Surround them with your chosen people. Remove everything that is causing stress and worry and I pray for fresh anointing, healing, and deliverance on their life. I ask that You surround our home with Your divine protection, love and peace.

Thank you for blessing me with loved ones who share in life’s joys and burdens. May your presence be felt in every conversation, every moment, and every decision that we make together. Guide us in strengthening our bonds, Lord. Help us to be patient, kind and understanding, especially during times of challenge. Grant us the wisdom to nurture each other with grace and compassion. Fill our hearts with forgiveness, and let love reign in our home. We pray for your abundant blessings over our family, for health, happiness and peace. Help us to grow closer to You and to each other in everything we do. May our home be a place where Your love is reflected, and your light shines brightly in our lives.

All glory and honor is Yours! Amen.