Dana Owens

While most dreams may simply reflect the activity of our minds, some can leave us with a profound sense of peace, encouragement, or insight. We may awaken feeling comforted, strengthened, or reassured, without fully understanding why.

Life rarely hands us easy answers; it gives us choices. We often work tirelessly to gain a specific prize, only to find that the ultimate destination looks entirely different from what we expected at the beginning.

Acknowledging a power greater than ourselves is not superstitious; it is a conscious, intelligent choice. It is the only way to break free from the captivity of a self-centered worldview.

Because we crave meaning, we often aspire to become people who are respected and praised by others. Yet, this desire can inadvertently lead us to chase after the exact same things the rest of the world is chasing.

Faith often emerges precisely when we cannot fully understand. Abraham walks up the mountain carrying both trust and anguish. He cannot see the outcome, yet he continues forward, trusting his God.