The dominant characteristic of an authentic spiritual life is the gratitude that flows from trust
Brennan ManningThe deepest desire of our hearts is for union for God. God created us for union with himself. This is the original purpose of our lives.
Brennan ManningRome is burning, Jesus says. Drop your fiddle, change your life and come to Me. Let go of the good days that never were - a regimented church you never attended, traditional virtues you never practiced, legalistic obedience you never honored, and a sterile orthodoxy you never accepted. The old era is done. The decisive inbreak of God has happened.
Brennan Manning