Tag: Prayer
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Prayer’s Essence: From Seeking Change to Accepting Change
By Usama Nicola, Bethlehem, Palestine, September 2026 Prayer is not merely words we repeat to present our needs, nor is it an attempt to persuade heaven to intervene in our earthly reality. It is far deeper than a request or a passing wish. At its core, prayer is an invitation to a living encounter with…
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Prayer: Surrendering to God’s Love and Stepping Away from the Madness of War
By Usama Nicola, Bethlehem, Palestine, March 2026 Prayer is not simply words we repeat or rituals we perform. It is a moment of genuine encounter with God. It is the space where the noise of the world quiets, even if only for a short time, and we open our hearts to His loving presence. In…
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Hearts Still Beating for Justice
By Usama Nicola, Bethlehem, Palestine, August 2025 Here in Palestine, we feel the weight of the madness every day. The news is not something distant for us, it is our streets, our homes, our neighbors’ tears. Each morning, we wake to the echo of uncertainty, and each night we lie down with the heavy knowledge…
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Prayer and Justice in the Midst of Chaos
Church of the Nativity, Bethlehem. Photo by Ala J Graczyk (Pexels). By Usama Nicola, Bethlehem, Palestine, August 2025 A Shield of Spirit Despite all the difficult and complex circumstances surrounding us, despite the injustice, the grief, and the fear that sometimes tries to overwhelm our daily life, I carry within me a quiet yet powerful…