Indeed, when God's glory dwells in me, there is nothing too far away, nothing too painful, nothing too strange or too familiar that it cannot contain and renew by its touch. Every time I recognize the glory of God in me and give it space to manifest itself to me, all that is human can be brought there and nothing will be the same again.
Henri NouwenThis sounds very simple and maybe even trite, but very few people know that they are loved without condition or limits.
Henri NouwenEvery time I take a step in the direction of generosity, I know I am moving from fear to love.
Henri NouwenWhen you recognize the festive and the still moments as moments of prayer, then you gradually realize that to pray is to live.
Henri NouwenSolitude is an essential element for the spiritual health of a child. If we only stimulate our children - keep them busy with endless stories with no space to be alone - that's not good.
Henri Nouwen