Let Go And Let God

Sadness is one of the most challenging emotions we can experience. While we all encounter moments of despair, for some, it can become a long-lasting issue that affects every aspect of life, making it difficult to cope. There are many reasons for feelings of sadness, including the end of a relationship, the loss of a loved one, serious health problems, financial difficulties, or marital issues. Whe...

When we take the time to help others—whether it is offering comfort, spending time with a sick friend, or caring for an elderly relative—something positive happens. The person we help feels better, and in turn, we feel good, too. This creates a beautiful cycle where we realize that "We Rise by Lifting Others." Tune into this podcast as Art explains how doing good for others aligns with God’s plan....

As humans, we often focus on what we admire in others—whether it is someone's looks, success, or possessions. Many of us overlook the blessings we have while striving for what we lack. However, if we took a moment to reflect on ourselves, we would realize that each of us possesses a multitude of wonderful qualities, abilities, and talents that are unique to us. These attributes are not just unique...

We have all heard the saying, “Do as I do, not as I say,” from many people, including teachers, doctors, family members, and friends, often with good intentions. They want us to do things correctly, even though they may not follow the same advice themselves. For instance, it’s acceptable when a piano teacher demonstrates the correct fingering for a musical passage, even if they occasionally strugg...

Throughout our day, each of us makes hundreds of choices, many of which are made without much thought. However, we often find that some of these choices do not lead to the results we were hoping for. Only then do we turn to the Lord for help. But what if we made it a habit to reach out to the Lord before making those choices, seeking His guidance and following His lead? When we do this, we discove...

We often hear about miracles, such as the birth of the baby Jesus, the miracle of the Holy Eucharist, and the many miracles Jesus performed during His ministry on earth. But do miracles still happen today? The answer is yes—miracles still happen. Each of us has experienced amazing events in our lives that we can call miracles. We should not think of miracles as only large, dramatic events; many ar...

One of the greatest feelings we can experience is the “Joy of Giving.” Giving originates from God, our Father, to whom we offer our love and devotion. As Christians, we should extend this spirit of giving to one another. We can provide love, kindness, and compassion, as well as comfort and protection, bringing happiness to those in need. The “Joy of Giving” goes beyond just exchanging presents; th...

Prayer is not merely about reciting words; it must be genuine and sincere. When we pray for something, it is essential to have a strong belief that the Lord will make it happen. If we lack this belief, our prayers may be ignored. We have all heard individuals say things like, “I pray and pray, but nothing happens,” or “I prayed, but the Lord doesn’t listen to me.” Unfortunately, they are often cor...

Each of us has been blessed by our Lord with unique virtues, abilities, and talents that set us apart. We have all received special gifts from God; however, many of us tend to take these gifts for granted. As Christians, we are called to love our God, but we also need to express our gratitude for everything we have. The more we show sincere appreciation for what He has provided, the more likely it...

As Christians, we are called to prioritize the needs of others before our own. It is our duty to be considerate and mindful of those around us. However, we often become so preoccupied with our own lives that we overlook the needs of others. When we do this, we are not acting in accordance with our faith, and it does not please God. Tune into this podcast where Art discusses how easy it can be to r...

What does it mean to refer to some people as "Part-Time Christians?”If we choose to be Christians, we cannot pick and choose what we want to accept or follow. Christianity is a way of life, and as Christians, we are obligated to adhere to the laws and commands of God. However,many of us often do not practice what we preach. Tune into this podcast as Art explains why it is essential to accept our C...

Some of us hold onto grudges after being wronged, which can be difficult to let go of, especially when we have been hurt. However, as Christians, it's important to forgive those who have wronged us if we want the Lord to forgive us for our own mistakes. In this podcast, Art shares how our relationship with Jesus can help us move beyond the hurt and pain. The Lord understands our emotions and is th...

It's often said that we choose our friends but not our family, yet both are considered gifts from God. Imagine life without any family or friends-it would be incredibly lonely. Without those close connections to interact with, share meals with, exchange ideas and opinions, seek advice,and spend quality time with, life wouldn't be as fulfilling. God recognized this need, which is why He gave us fam...

Many of us spend our lives worrying about things such as finances, careers, and relationships. However, most of the things we worry about never actually happen. One effective solution to this is to turn our worries into prayers. When we pray, we communicate directly with Jesus and can share our troubles with Him. This helps us to relieve ourselves of the burdens and stress. Listen to this podcast...

Many people who identify as Christian choose not to attend church for various reasons, with the most common being "I don't get anything out of it." While attending church is an essential aspect of our faith, it's understandable that one wouldn't want to go if they feel they're not benefiting from it. In this podcast, Art discusses the significance of attending church and offers solutions to make r...

People often say, “Tomorrow is a new day, and I’m starting a diet, morning exercise, or some other routine or life-changing habit.” We also have significant milestone days throughout the year, such as New Year’s Day or the day after Labor Day, both of which suggest a life-changing opportunity. But in our Christian world, “Every Day Is A New Day” because we have God’s love and forgiveness every day...

Ever notice how so many people today are rude, inconsiderate, sarcastic, and flat-out mean when dealing with one another? Why? What has happened to our world today? There is no simple answer, but we have a choice as Christians. We can choose to be one of those people or do what Christians need to, and that is “Lead With Kindness.” Listen to this podcast and let Art explain why we need to be kind t...

In our Christian faith, we are taught that we need to put the needs of others before our own. One way we do that is by demonstrating generosity. But what is most important when we are generous is that we are sincere and do so without any need for acknowledgment or recognition. Listen to this podcast and let Art share with you what true generosity is and how, as Christians,we must be sincere when b...

As Christians, we often hear the words“God’s will.”But what does that mean exactly, and what do those words mean to us? In the broad sense, when we say God’s will, it means his supreme will for all humanity to be saved. But when we refer to God’s will for each one of us, it means God’s destiny or his plan. Many Christians are confused when hearing about God’s will or plan. We are taught that we ha...

We all experience sadness. It often happens after something stressful,or upsetting occurs in our lives. We have lost our job, ended a relationship, or experienced some other hardship, like losing a loved one. These events make us sad for obvious reasons, and when we become sad, we have to give ourselves the necessary time to recover. During this time, the one source we have is the Lord. But unfort...

We all go through periods when we have doubts. We occasionally doubt our family, friends, and even ourselves,but worst of all, we doubt our God. Doubt is a mental state in which we find between belief and disbelief. It is part of our human makeup. The Lord understands this and knows that we will have doubts about him. But when we do, we have a choice. We can give into them, which will only worsen...

The Lord never answers us with words when we pray, yet the things we pray for are often granted. This happens because the Lord intervenes in some way, through events he creates or actions he has others perform. Whether we are aware of it or not, the Lord has and will continue to intervene in our lives, granting us something we prayed for or, more often than not, something he wanted us to have that...

One of the most important emotions that we, as Christians, must be willing to express, is compassion. So much of our Christian faith and beliefs are based on compassion. When Jesus walked the earth, he demonstrated compassion for all those he encountered. As Christians, we are committed to putting the needs of others before our own, and within that obligation, showing compassion is an important pa...

We all have opinions, and that is okay. We can criticize a movie, a song, or a book, but as Christians, we should not criticize one another. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. We tend to criticize those who do not agree with us, those who do not dress the way we think they should, and those who do not act the way we think they should. However, there is no place for criticizing anyone in t...

When we choose to be a Christian, we must live as a Christian at all times. There are momentswhen the Christian way of life can be difficult, but when faced with those difficulties, we have toaccept the challenge and remember that being a Christian not only means we believe in God butare also committed to following His laws and commands. Tune into this podcast and let Artshare with you how we can...