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A Foundation of Rock: Staking Life on What We Are, Not What We Own

Sister Joan Chittister, OSB | Posted 05.25.2011

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Sister Joan Chittister, OSB

The only thing over which we have control is what's inside us, what we cultivate in our souls, what we are really seeking in our lives. What life choices, what attitudes, what values, what goals, what priorities will we choose this time around?

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Kabina's Cry: Why Building a House on Rock Doesn't Mean Rain Won't Fall

Rev. James Martin, S.J. | Posted 05.25.2011

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Rev. James Martin, S.J.

If you act on Jesus's words, you'll be like the fellow who builds on rock. Your life will be steady, unshaken, permanent. But notice that Jesus does not say that you won't encounter any storms in your life.

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