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March 07, 2026
Living & Loving in the Tension of Faith
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But also for this very reason, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue, to virtue knowledge, to knowledge self-control, to self-control perseverance, to perseverance godliness, to godliness brotherly kindness, and to brotherly kindness love. For if these things are yours and abound, you will be neither barren nor unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. For he who lacks these things is shortsighted, even to blindness, and has forgotten that he was cleansed from his old sins. (2 Peter 1:5-9)
This passage was important for me artistically when I was struggling to unpack the heart of my artwork’s meaning. In this passage, the given for a follower of Christ is that they have faith. That is the most basic element of being a disciple. To that faith, Peter provides a sequential list of things to add- virtue (the commitment to do right), knowledge, self-control (Temperance in the KJV), perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness, and love. As an artist, the fact that I make art is a given. As a believer, the first things I need to add to my faith are virtue and knowledge. The primary elements in my artwork were the line and the drip....
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When facing a difficult time with a sick mother, many find solace in the power of prayer. Healing prayers can provide emotional support and spiritual peace, especially during challenging times. Sample prayers can be immensely helpful, offering a structure for those with a heavy heart. They guide individuals to express their heartfelt pleas for a full recovery for their loved one, providing comfort and hope.
Invoking the healing touch of the Holy Spirit and the divine intervention of the Great Physician, these prayers appeal to a higher power for a person’s recovery, and they also strengthen one’s faith and bring solace during tough times.
Incorporating the healing power of prayer into recovery brings hope. The powerful name of Christ and the diligent work of doctors and medical staff are essential. By turning to prayer, we acknowledge the gracious watch of our Lord. We seek his healing hand to ensure our loved one receives both spiritual and physical healing....
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Daily Reflections for a Life of Faith Whispers of Grace is a series of personal reflections written by Rondall Reynoso, a long-time Christian, scholar of religion, and an artist. Each reflection begins with a Bible verse, continues with some honest thoughts about life and faith, and closes with a simple prayer. Subscribe to Whispers of Grace
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