Contemplating God in the Beauty of Nature
A primary way God nourishes our souls with his loving presence is through the beauty of nature. The face of the Lord shines on us…
Tag: Francis of Assisi
Love for God Cures Our Shame! (St. Francis’ Prayer of Devotion)
“Those who look to the LORD are radiant; their faces are never covered with shame.” (Psalm 34:5) What a promise! As I shared on my…
Following Jesus With Joy, Like St. Francis
It seems everybody loves Saint Francis. But few really know him. We like our garden statues of a somber man holding a bird, but this…
St Francis’ Prayer Inspired By The Our Father (His Version of the Lord’s Prayer)
"St Francis' Prayer Inspired By the Our Father" is one of his best writings, but it's little known. It's based on his meditation of the Lord's Prayer.
True and Perfect Joy (by St Francis)
St Francis experienced perfect joy. Many buy a statue of him, but few are prepared to imitate his devotion to Jesus Christ. Here's his story of perfect joy.