Anita Mathias

Dreaming Beneath the Spires, the blog of @anitamathias1 (Blogger, Writer, Christian, Oxford alum, mum) Memoir: Rosaries, Reading, Secrets:

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https://t.co/Tedeakeet9 Hi, I've recorded a meditation & written a blog meditation on Christ's parable of talents. Our happiness pivots on how we use our gifts! While neglected gifts wither, talents used bring joy & abundance, tilting the trajectory of our lives towards happiness

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I've recorded a meditation on Christ's paradox--those who exalt themselves, show off, will inevitably be humbled while those who chose humility will be exalted by God.
For we are created to love, to grow, and to bless others, not to chase glory!
Do listen
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@Megankstack Thank you, Megan Stack!

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@XianJaneway Was she literally battered?

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An eye witness view: life and death in Gaza’s European Hospital https://t.co/lK3gMjlTke
A few reflections on my recent visit to south Gaza. #Gaza #Gazawar

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NEW podcast: https://t.co/LQqo0ryfAd
A balancing act—being fearless yet prudent, as when Joseph obeys an angel's counsel not to be afraid but marry Mary, pregnant by God—words ratified by new stars& angel-sent shepherds. So he later prudently obeys the angel &flees jealous Herod

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I've recorded a podcast. Click green button in link :-). To the disciples wanting greatness by proximity to the boss, Jesus offers true greatness-be the one who "sees" people, listens intently, helps & loves. For these are the greatest people in our lives!

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Hi Friends, I've recorded a new podcast--on Jesus's reflection that with God all things are possible: burdened camels squeezing through needles or distracted, weary women in fits and snatches having their hearts strangely warmed & experiencing God's peace.

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I have recorded a new podcast. "How to Find the Freedom of Forgiveness." Link to podcast in post below. Thanks, friends!

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I've recorded a podcast!
Deciding to pay temple tax to avoid offence, Jesus guides Peter to find the needed silver coin–in a fish! God sometimes uncannily guides our finances, but not always, for we learn endurance, character & skills from our failures!

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Jesus says we are not worthy to follow him unless we embrace the discipline and "legitimate of suffering" of life in Jung's phrase, i.e. the cross. I've recorded a podcast meditation on this challenging statment.
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A bit late sharing this badge. My podcast "Christian Meditation with Anita Mathias" has surprised me-it's listened to in 28 countries, 250 cities & has 803 downloads now!
https://t.co/mt2rZ74LiF You can listen on Apple podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, Audible etc. Tks!

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https://t.co/BTcuir4gTN My latest podcast meditation
A persistent, feisty woman argues with Jesus, contradicting him until his No turns to Yes
Jesus praises her for her faith! When Jesus praises humans, it's for their faith, their honesty or their ability to hear from the Spirit!

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Hi, I’m on Threads. Follow me if you are on it:-)
I'm anita.Mathias on Threads and Instagram
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A NEW podcast meditation
Since Peter asked Jesus for permission to try the impossible & walk on water, Jesus called him
We sometimes long to do what seems impossible for us. Do it, if you sense God's okay &grab his hand rapidly when you feel you're sinking

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I've recorded a podcast meditation on Jesus's startling statement that following him is like finding treasure-which it's worth selling everything to buy.
What this might mean in practice...and where I am starting!
Scripture meditation starts at 7:00

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@issyjorden Heartbreaking. I'm sorry Issy!

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Our words can light a fire of inspiration or devastation. So we desperately need the Spirit to fill us & control our speech. Practices like breath prayers & waiting before speaking or writing contentious words, gradually help us change our whole neurology!
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A new podcast. Words can inspire, but also "set the whole course of one's life on fire," as James says. So we so need the Ezekiel promise of the new heart & the Holy Spirit's coming to control our words, bringing his fruit of gentleness-& a new personality

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My podcast has over 500 downloads! https://t.co/9zk46bMzet Grateful to have been listened to in 197 cities in 18 countries. Tomorrow's episode is on how "The Spirit helps us speak creative words of energy and life," a lesson I need to learn & relearn!