Back in the seminary, I have learned that spirituality is how we respond to reality.
Spirituality is not similar to religiosity.
While religiosity is often expressed through rituals, sacraments, and observance of the church’s practices, spirituality is how we live and witness the deepest values and meanings in our life.
Religiosity is your intense religious feeling or belief. Spirituality is your response to the challenges and situations presented in the here-and-now.
Spirituality is how we connect to God and how we relate to His values.
Do not be afraid – I will save you. I have called you by name – You are mine. (Isaiah 43) If I am his, then who and what could be against me? – Financial burden and mental fatigue? emotional stress and heartaches? the loss of a love one? the betrayal of a lover or … Read more