Category Archives: From My Reading…

These posts over the years reflect readings that Karen has noted are “my favorite words to live by”.

From my Reading

Posted on July 18, 2018 by livingasapprentices

“In essence, shedding opens us to self-transformation. Paradox- ically, those of us who refuse such renewal will, sooner or later, be forced to undergo transformation anyway as a result of being broken or eroded by the world” (Mark Nepo, The Book … Continue reading →

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From My Reading

Posted on June 20, 2018 by livingasapprentices

Re: Separating parents from children at the border:  “Dealing compassionately with strangers seems to be a minimal requirement for just leadership in the model set forth by God, a theme that carries into the New Testament, where Christ’s followers are taught … Continue reading →

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From My Reading

Posted on April 25, 2018 by livingasapprentices

“The great temptation is to keep blaming those who were closest to us for our present condition saying: “You made me who I am now, and I hate who I am.” The great challenge is to acknowledge our hurts and … Continue reading →

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From My Reading

Posted on April 4, 2018 by livingasapprentices

“How do we remain alert for the signs of God’s entrance into our lives and the life of our time?  What can keep us awake in the drowsy atmosphere of habit that cozily blankets our days? According to Paul, the … Continue reading →

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From My Reading

Posted on March 17, 2018 by livingasapprentices

“On Christmas, God’s eternal life slipped into our world practically unnoticed and set in motion the great concealment of the ages. For three decades, God grew—unhurried and unnoticed. Patiently waiting to unveil His life to the world. Has the humility of His hiddenness registered … Continue reading →

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From My Reading

Posted on January 27, 2018 by livingasapprentices

Brother Lawrence was a mustard seed man, a simple cook who trained for years to hold God in his mind until it became routine, second nature, a holy habit — the mature tree. We can learn to live in his … Continue reading →

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From My Reading

Posted on November 2, 2017 by livingasapprentices

“For many of us the problem is that we simply do not believe Jesus when he tells us that in the Kingdom greatness is found in servanthood. We may feel that the idea of being a servant is all right … Continue reading →

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From My Reading

Posted on October 8, 2017 by livingasapprentices

“Until people have had some mystical, inner spiritual experience, there is no point in asking them to follow the ethical ideals of Jesus or to really understand religious beliefs beyond the level of formula. At most, such moral ideals and doctrinal affirmations are … Continue reading →

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