Near the Brokenhearted
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Thursday Read: October 8 - When God Feels Absent
You're eight days into October. For some, the month is going well - rhythms established, goals progressing, intentions holding. For others, October feels like September's continuation - same struggles, same disappointments, same sense that nothing's really changing despite new month optimi
Wednesday Prayer: Prayer With Action
Father, the sailors at Lepanto teach me that prayer accompanies action, not replaces it. They prayed fervently, then fought bravely. They sought your help while using every resource available. They didn't just pray and wait for you to sink enemy ships - they prayed, then engaged with every
Wednesday Read: October 7 - The Battle of Lepanto and Our Lady of the Rosary
October 7, 1571, witnessed one of history's most significant naval battles. In the Gulf of Patras off western Greece, a Christian fleet of roughly 208 ships faced an Ottoman armada of 288 vessels. The Ottoman Empire had dominated the Mediterranean for decades. They'd conquered Constantinop
Pray at All Times
Pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. Be alert and always keep on praying. Prayer isn't just morning devotions or bedtime requests. It's ongoing conversation throughout your day. Stay alert. Keep praying. I'm always listening.