Henri Nouwen

Choose Joy

“Joy does not simply happen to us. We have to choose joy and keep choosing it every day.” — Henri Nouwen

Choose Joy

“Joy does not simply happen to us. We have to choose joy and keep choosing it every day.” – Henri Nouwen

“The spiritual life is not a life before, after, or beyond our everyday existence. No, the spiritual life can only be real when it is lived in the midst of the pains and joys of the here and now.” – Henri Nouwen

The Spiritual Life

a gift not a property

“We just have to recognize life for what it is: a gift to be grateful for, not a property to cling to, hoard, or defend.” ― Henri Nouwen

Joy does not simply happen

“Joy does not simply happen to us. We have to choose joy and keep choosing it every day.” —Henri J.M. Nouwen

choose joy

“Joy does not simply happen to us. We have to choose joy and keep choosing it every day. —Henri Nouwen”

Each Day Holds a Surprise

“Each day holds a surprise. But only if we expect it can we see, hear, or feel it when it comes to us. Let’s not be afraid to receive each day’s surprise, whether it comes to us as sorrow or as joy It will open a new place in our hearts, a place where weContinue reading “Each Day Holds a Surprise”

Did I Offer Peace Today?

“Did I offer peace today? Did I bring a smile to someone’s face? Did I say words of healing? Did I let go of my anger and resentment? Did I forgive? Did I love? These are the real questions. I must trust that the little bit of love that I sow now will bear manyContinue reading “Did I Offer Peace Today?”