Tag: Prayerful Poetry

• Oratio Divina: Together

  

  The cold air creeps in
  the sky darkens
  days grow shorter
  swallowed by the night
  as autumn makes way
  for winter’s quiet stillness
  and in that quiet stillness
  we are invited to slow down
  to rest and reflect
  to cherish the warmth
  of a fire or a friend
  fighting off death’s chill
  together
  ~Robert Vam Valkenburgh

  Reflection:
  Where is God inviting me to slow down, rest, or seek warmth in the companionship of others during this season of stillness?

  Scripture:
  “In returning and rest you shall be saved; in quietness and in trust shall be your strength.” — Isaiah 30:15

  November 19, 2025

  Christian spirituality, Community and Faith, contemplative prayer, Faith Reflection, Oratio Divina, prayer, Prayerful Poetry, Robert Van Valkenburgh, Seasonal Reflection, Spiritual Rest, Winter Meditation

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• Oratio Divina: My Dear Child

  When I look at you
  my dear child
  all of my doubts subside
  for your very presence
  your beauty
  your sincerity
  your generous spirit
  are all I need
  to believe in a loving God
  ~Robert Van Valkenburgh

  Reflection:
  When was the last time you saw God’s love reflected through the innocence, kindness, or faith of another person?

  Scripture:
  “Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” — Mark 10:15 (NIV)

  

  November 10, 2025

  Childlike Faith, Christian meditation, divine love, Faith and Doubt, Oratio Divina, Prayerful Poetry, Robert Van Valkenburgh, Seeing God in Others, spiritual reflection

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