Author Archives: wbgayle

I value truth all-ways. To be true to myself and others brings me closer to my best self, even with my flaws and faults prominently displayed. Being honest about them frees me to live a fuller, more abundant life.

The city that never sleeps surprised me. Waiters were friendly. Cab drivers were chatty. Security guards were nice. The train conductors were funny. The rude ones met here were visitors who failed to see the kindness of strangers.

Too often we hurry. Our lives race past in fleeting moments, God’s wonders lost on us. We are on to the next thing without even a backward glance. Slow down and find simple abundance by wandering in desolate places.

I do want everything to go my way. No surprise outcomes. Certain, predictable. It is all about control. But life is not predictable. Vulnerable is to be alive. Vulnerability is to let go.

One after another. Nothing ever easy.  A hard place to be – the wilderness. Vulnerable and afraid, yet, keeping the faith and emerging stronger, focused with new energy to savor the journey along the way.

One cannot live by bread alone.  The body, plagued by desires and worldly afflictions, craves water for the spirit. The answer is on our lips and in our hearts.  Our thirst leads us onward in faith to the land of … Continue reading →

Pray to God in secret. Conversations one on one with God. Weeping may spend the night but joy comes in the morning. There is a time for rejoicing together with other followers. But our time in secret is our real … Continue reading →

Close your eyes. It is dark. It is quiet. Hear your heart beating. Feel your feet on the ground. Find comfort in the stillness. You are present in this moment. But you are not alone.  God is here. Open your … Continue reading →

Light, stained glass, shadows of happier times in this hallowed space. Today in mourning for one called by angels too soon. Time is short to embrace the hearts of those traveling the road with us. Be swift to love and … Continue reading →

In parched places lie embers formed from the dust of mortals, in God’s world yet hidden by layers of sin and pride.  Pray with penitence in secret, dying daily to the ways of self to breathe in the Spirit that … Continue reading →