I Cannot Stop Sinning, So I Pray
Kendra Von Esh
December 17, AD2020
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In my early faith walk, I knew in my head what was wrong, but my faith had not taken the 12-inch journey to my heart
What is Prayer?
Kendra Von Esh
November 5, AD2020
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For me, prayer is a surge of the heart; it is a simple look turned toward heaven, it is a cry of recognition and of
You Deserve God’s Love
Kendra Von Esh
September 22, AD2020
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I think I am harder on myself now than when I was committing mortal sins at the beginning of my journey. As I strive to
Joy Is The Best Net To Catch Fish
Kendra Von Esh
August 23, AD2020
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My spiritual director asked me, “What is one word that you want to be to the Church?” I responded, without hesitation, “JOY!” He smiled and
Growing in Holiness This Summer
Kendra Von Esh
July 19, AD2020
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I was reflecting on holiness and my inner life and I realized I have been lacking in the spirit of sacrifice, especially since the beginning
Be The Light in The Darkness
Kendra Von Esh
June 26, AD2020
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The dark is getting darker but the light is getting lighter. These times ignite my desire for the conversion of souls, especially my loved ones.
Master Your Mind in Prayer
Kendra Von Esh
May 22, AD2020
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In April, I presented at a Virtual Catholic Conference; my topic was Master Your Mind in Prayer. I surveyed thousands of people about their biggest
God Is Always Teaching, Even A Slow Learner
Kendra Von Esh
April 20, AD2020
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What did I learn this Lent? God called me to some bodily mortification and asked me to eat only one meal each day during Lent
If I Have Not Love, I Am Nothing
Kendra Von Esh
March 22, AD2020
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I have discovered that everything comes from the heart because it is the heart which guides our thoughts, body, and tongue. Since I live in
An Addiction Healed Through Consecration To Jesus Through Mary, Then Temptation
Kendra Von Esh
February 23, AD2020
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This is part two of my healing from addiction to marijuana through my consecration to Jesus through Mary and the miracle on the Feast of
Consecration to Mary Healed an Addiction to Marijuana
Kendra Von Esh
January 26, AD2020
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I hid my addiction to marijuana for over twenty years. I smoked day and night – even as an Executive in Corporate America. I didn’t
New Year Resolution – Love and Surrender to God’s Will
Kendra Von Esh
December 29, AD2019
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What is your new year resolution going to be? Since we just started a new liturgical year in the Church, finished Advent and celebrated Jesus’
A Five Day Silent Retreat: Drawing Closer to God
Kendra Von Esh
December 4, AD2019
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I have never been on a silent retreat before. I asked my husband if I could go to one for five days. He laughed and
God Has You Right Where He Wants You
Kendra Von Esh
October 19, AD2019
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Do you ever feel like you have been abandoned by God? Maybe you are in a bad season of suffering, battling depression or desolation in
I am Learning How to Conquer the Devil
Kendra Von Esh
September 26, AD2019
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How can we battle the forces against our attempt to become holy? Can we truly master our thoughts and our desires even in the most
Stop The Negative Voices: Spiritual Direction and Prayer
Kendra Von Esh
August 22, AD2019
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When I decided to leave my executive career in corporate America to become a Catholic Speaker and Author negative thoughts flooded my head to a
Distractions: I Am Trying to Master You!
Kendra Von Esh
July 12, AD2019
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How many of you have struggled with distractions when you pray? I am pretty sure every person reading this will say, “I have!” However, did
“Wait, I’m Not Ready!”
Kendra Von Esh
June 4, AD2019
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“Wait, I’m Not Ready”. We have all said this at some point in our lives, right? I’m not talking about being ready for an evening
Uh, How Do You Pray?
Kendra Von Esh
May 11, AD2019
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I didn’t have a clue how to pray. Seriously, for forty-three years of my life, my prayer was a one-way “asking train” to God. From
Temptation – It’s a Good Thing!
Kendra Von Esh
April 12, AD2019
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Temptation … I used to fear it like the plague – but now I relish in it! Sounds pretty bizarre, I know, let me explain…
I Am A Forgiving Person – Uh, Not So Much!
Kendra Von Esh
March 5, AD2019
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I thought I was a loving, forgiving person who didn’t judge people and just wanted to help them. I really did. It wasn’t until I
God, You’re Kidding, Right?
Kendra Von Esh
February 5, AD2019
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“You want me to do what? God, you have got to be kidding, right?” I said while I was in Adoration. “You actually want me
