Life Lines
Bone Health Eating Plan
Submitted by Stephen WintersBone Health Eating Plan
Submitted by Stephen WintersThe Gospel is Bigger Than I Thought
Submitted by Stephen WintersI see “the Gospel” and “sharing Jesus or talking about God” as much more expansive than using those labels (God, Jesus, etc.). I see the divine infused into everything and everywhere. “In (him/her/it, etc.) we live and move and have our being”. Something doesn’t need to be called a divine name to be an essence of the divine. Just common everyday interactions can be intricately divine without ever mentioning or implying the divine. (Those are just labels used for our benefit). “preach the gospel always.
Beyond Labels: Cultivating Presence in a World of Meaning
Submitted by Stephen WintersIn a world often defined by rigid labels and divisive ideologies, how do we cultivate a sense of deep connection and meaningful presence? This conversation began with a simple question: how can we practice the presence of God in our daily lives? What unfolded was a journey beyond traditional religious boundaries, a quest to uncover the universal essence of spirituality.
God's Grace Goes Beyond Human Understanding
Submitted by Stephen WintersGod's grace is available to everyone, everywhere. Yet, humans often insist that you must call God by a specific name, recite the right words, adhere to the correct doctrines, and follow the prescribed path. This mindset reduces God to a level that suits human understanding, portraying Him as small, petty, and tyrannical. Do we really believe that God has nothing better to do than to keep a meticulous record of every human misstep? Imagine how long such a list for each person would be!
A Conversation about the Gift of Salvation and Real Change
Submitted by Stephen WintersFor a number of months I have been having conversations with Copilot AI about a wide variety of topics. I want to share a coversation that I had with it about the gift of salvation.
Finding Harmony on My New Path
Submitted by Stephen WintersI feel like I’m on a really good path now, with a combination of Father Gregory Boyle’s books, the writings of Richard Rohr, and my involvement with The Church of the Park, especially the Village of Hope, and St. Thomas Church.
My Path
Submitted by Stephen WintersIt has been some years since I wrote on this blog. In many ways, this has been a record and a log of my spiritual journey, although I am loathe to use the work "spiritual".
A Journey of Renewal: Embracing a New Path at 73
Submitted by Stephen WintersFor over 20 years, I’ve been on a transformative journey, disentangling myself from the heavy load of negative Christianity embedded in my consciousness. At 73, I’ve found a new path that feels deeply meaningful, inspired by the works of Father Gregory Boyle and Richard Rohr. Their books have begun to reprogram my mind, and I feel blessed to have supportive people around me. This new chapter in my life is filled with purpose and renewal.
