tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4680282344162469445.post930616020637313261..comments2023-09-30T06:31:56.558-07:00Comments on Living Stones Community: After Christmasliving stoneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07444266250380793763noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4680282344162469445.post-78738191912554923612011-01-10T15:38:22.243-08:002011-01-10T15:38:22.243-08:00John, I really enjoyed this post! The honesty and ...John, I really enjoyed this post! The honesty and thoughtfulness of your words have captured much of what I'm feeling this time of year, but, more importantly, they help me slow down and reflect on my relationships and my commitment to the spiritual journey. Blessings in this new year.Danielhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05709676159876141686noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4680282344162469445.post-90300941738709603132011-01-10T09:12:01.022-08:002011-01-10T09:12:01.022-08:00John, I have been continuing to think about this q...John, I have been continuing to think about this quote from your post, so I commenting for a second time: "With God's help, we become aware of the I-Thou dimension, by which God, ourselves, and other people are recognized as infinitely valuable persons to be in relation with but never fully known, because to know fully would render the Thou an It. The encountered Thou, Buber writes, 'has no borders.' The I-Thou is relation without the violence of objectification." I think this is frightening as well as exciting. I am praying for the courage and strength to live this out in reality. Mostly, I'm excited!<br />--RickeyRChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06953614290688725077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4680282344162469445.post-20119077907286782362011-01-09T15:20:40.444-08:002011-01-09T15:20:40.444-08:00John, I’ve enjoyed this poem in the past, but your...John, I’ve enjoyed this poem in the past, but your thoughtful reflection helped me see in a new way. (Also, the clarity of your writing is a gift.) The thought that stands out to me is “prayer helps us to slowly grow…” God is not in any hurry, and I’m so grateful for his patience in drawing me onward. Thanks again for sharing. Blessings, Annaliving stoneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07444266250380793763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4680282344162469445.post-55140912421773643702011-01-09T07:26:33.690-08:002011-01-09T07:26:33.690-08:00". . . love is not easy."
"Prayer ...". . . love is not easy."<br /><br />"Prayer is not easy."<br /><br />". . . I have higher intentions and hopes than are actually realized."<br /><br />Amen. Thanks for sharing, John.Paul T. Corriganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01763011561669230915noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4680282344162469445.post-86563109063390618112011-01-03T14:56:40.218-08:002011-01-03T14:56:40.218-08:00Very powerful and beautiful excerpt and reflection...Very powerful and beautiful excerpt and reflection! Very insightful and well-written. Thank you for investing in this way. I think faith and faithfulness are key in persevering, and you express this so well. I am encouraged, and I am grateful to share this spirituality with you.<br />--RickeyRChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06953614290688725077noreply@blogger.com