Tag Archives: Past Devotionals

Centuries of Meditations – First Century 25-26

Posted on November 27, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

25 Your enjoyment of the World is never right, till you so esteem it, that everything in it, is more your treasure than a Kings’ exchequer full of Gold and Silver. And that exchequer yours also in its place and … Continue reading →

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Resisting Temptation

Posted on November 20, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

SO LONG as we live in this world we cannot escape suffering and temptation. Whence it is written in Job: “The life of man upon earth is a warfare.” Everyone, therefore, must guard against temptation and must watch in prayer … Continue reading →

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Centuries of Meditations – First Century 23-24

Posted on November 13, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

23 The noble inclination whereby man thirsteth after riches and dominion, is his highest virtue, when rightly guided; and carries him as in a triumphant chariot, to his sovereign happiness. Men are made miserable only by abusing it. Taking a … Continue reading →

Acquiring Peace and Zeal

Posted on November 6, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

WE SHOULD enjoy much peace if we did not concern ourselves with what others say and do, for these are no concern of ours. How can a man who meddles in affairs not his own, who seeks strange distractions, and … Continue reading →

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Centuries of Meditations – First Century 21-22

Posted on October 30, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

21 By the very right of your senses you enjoy the World. Is not the beauty of the Hemisphere present to your eye? Doth not the glory of the Sun pay tribute to your sight? Is not the vision of … Continue reading →

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Avoiding Idle Talk

Posted on October 23, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

SHUN the gossip of men as much as possible, for discussion of worldly affairs, even though sincere, is a great distraction inasmuch as we are quickly ensnared and captivated by vanity. Many a time I wish that I had held … Continue reading →

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Centuries of Meditations – First Century 19-20

Posted on October 16, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

19 You never know yourself till you know more than your body. The Image of God was not seated in the features of your face, but in the lineaments of your Soul. In the knowledge of your Powers, Inclinations, and … Continue reading →

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Obedience and Subjection

Posted on October 9, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

IT IS a very great thing to obey, to live under a superior and not to be one’s own master, for it is much safer to be subject than it is to command. Many live in obedience more from necessity … Continue reading →

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Centuries of Meditations – First Century 17-18

Posted on October 2, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

17 To know GOD is Life Eternal. There must therefore some exceeding Great Thing be always attained in the Knowledge of Him. To know God is to know Goodness. It is to see the beauty of infinite Love: To see … Continue reading →

Shunning Over-Familiarity

Posted on September 25, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

DO NOT open your heart to every man, but discuss your affairs with one who is wise and who fears God. Do not keep company with young people and strangers. Do not fawn upon the rich, and do not be … Continue reading →

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Centuries of Meditations – First Century 15-16

Posted on September 18, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

Thomas Traherne (1637 – September 27, 1674) was an English poet, Anglican cleric, theologian, and religious writer. Traherne’s writings frequently explore the glory of creation and what he saw as his intimate relationship with God. His writing conveys an ardent, … Continue reading →

Avoiding False Hope and Pride

Posted on September 11, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

The Imitation of Christ, by Thomas à Kempis, is a Christian devotional book first composed in Medieval Latin as De Imitatione Christi (c. 1418–1427). The devotional text is divided into four books of detailed spiritual instructions. The devotional approach of … Continue reading →

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Centuries of Meditations – First Century 13-14

Posted on September 4, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

Unbridled Affections

Posted on August 28, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

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Centuries of Meditations – First Century 11-12

Posted on August 21, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

Thomas Traherne ( 1637 – September 27, 1674) was an English poet, Anglican cleric, theologian, and religious writer. Traherne’s writings frequently explore the glory of creation and what he saw as his intimate relationship with God. His writing conveys an … Continue reading →

Prudence In Action

Posted on August 14, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

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Centuries of Meditations – First Century 9-10

Posted on August 7, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

Thomas Traherne ( 1637 – September 27, 1674) was an English poet, Anglican cleric, theologian, and religious writer. Traherne’s writings frequently explore the glory of creation and what he saw as his intimate relationship with God. His writing conveys an … Continue reading →

The Doctrine of Truth

Posted on July 31, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

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Centuries of Meditations – First Century 7-8

Posted on July 24, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

Thomas Traherne ( 1637 – September 27, 1674) was an English poet, Anglican cleric, theologian, and religious writer. Traherne’s writings frequently explore the glory of creation and what he saw as his intimate relationship with God. His writing conveys an … Continue reading →