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Joseph J. Plaud's avatar

Thank you for sharing such a powerful, and ultimately affirming life message as the last Missio Dei post of 2021. I know that I will take your words and sentiments to heart as the new year dawns.

"Thou hast turned for me my mourning into joy: thou hast cut my sackcloth, and hast compassed me with gladness." [Psalms 29:12; Douay-Rheims Bible]

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Shlomi Presser's avatar

Great post! I can't agree more with the premise that following God's plan will never lead to failure! Keep following Him as He has great things in store for you.

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Scott Marshall's avatar

I have enjoyed reading your posts here, Melissa. I definitely relate to this meditation in that I am not in control of my own life. At first I tried to maintain control (or my delusion that I was in control,) then I relented to the prospect that my life was out of control, and now I understand that God is in control. Keep the meditations coming, and have a wonderful new year!

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Jonathon T. Fessenden's avatar

It is really important, and sometimes very necessary to find a good spiritual advisor. I am glad you pointed out the importance of finding a priest that obviously helps with your discernment, and decision making. Happy New Year!

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