Maria Shriver Asks - What Do You Have Faith In?

[peepingeyes]

That money can buy you happiness because I don't have any (neighter does my family) and that's why I'm unhappy, but I guess you don't have that problem. Your family has had looses, but they're enjoyed money, power, and fame while they were here on earth. Be glad you weren't born from a family other than Kennedy and get over it.

[Dorisequador]

I have alot of repect for you Maria Truely I do But You knew arnold made a baby with the maid and you put on and annocent shock show .. But you deserve pitty you truely do because you were the best wife anyone could ever dream of having.

A woman one day went to her doctor and said my Husband always drinks he will never stop drinking Hmmmm The doctor said? WHere did you meet him .. SHe replied IN a BAR!

Everybody wants a Tiger they think they can tame but a wild animal is wild.

[TheJules1003]

Hi Maria. I was baptised Catholic, went to Catholic schools here in Canada and don't go to church in more years than I could ever remember. I have seen so much sexual abuse by priests and the hypocracy in the church - these people get away with everything - the vatican is too powerful. I literally cried my eyes out with your uncles were assassinated and I know who did this and so do you and I don't want to hear about religion or government. JFK and RFK are saints compared to today.

[cindy4u99]

...I have faith that I am exactly as our Creator made me and that even my mistakes bring me closer to Him.I have faith that if I don't like how things are going in my day, that tomorrow will be a new day, and it will be different. I don't know much in this life and so I have faith in the promise of the next life. I'm just like 80% of the human race, and in that I have faith. I pray that you have a good life. Your mother was a superhero of mine. I'm starting to feel that way about you, too!

[cindy4u99]

Hi Ms.Shriver, I have a faith that works for me on a daily basis. I'm an American Catholic and there are some things that I disagree with in our religion.  However, I do observe Catholic tradition and most of the dogma. I do believe in the Catholic creed. That I have faith in. I believe in the good in most people and I love the human race...

[scubandre1]

The question is.....do we really need faith???

[BrianCastellani]

I have faith that each time I do yoga, I will feel better by the end of the class.

I think you are awesome Maria!

[Mesalonika]

I lack faith...I trust nature is the only trusthworthy thing...you may say nature is God gift..and I guess I ...agree. Save the earth, contribute to what you can, do not use styrofoam, feed the animals, stop deforestation, recycle...nurture animals, save deers, bears and even mountain lions..serpents? not too sure about them..

[anatureperson]

Marriage is an institution. So, if what you want is to be institutionalized, then you get everything that goes along with that institution, i.e., possible infidelity. Be single if that is not what you want.

[jamileh1979]

I am muslim too. And eventhough this is not the question, I wanted to clarify (due to somebody's comment) that divorce it's allowed by God when a marriage is not working out.

Back to the real question, I hav faith that all cultures and religions would live in peace with unity and respect. That there won't be any prejudice and the whole world could be as one.

[ladyjunemd]

Dear Maria, I read the bible to keep my faith strong, and I pray. the Bible tells us not to put confidence in man. also we learn that our life here on earth is brief, so that we must number our days, and apply our hearts to wisdom. Trust in the Lord with all of your heart, and lean not unto your own understanding..Proverbs 3. I am a Holy Spirit filled believer. I find great joy in praise and worship. Sabrina

[Jetli2013]

Men have testosterone, women do not... so... shit happens. You must move on. DO IHT !!!

[kassandrakassan]

Maria, I don't know. What I know is that every time I look up and see the sky and the clouds, I realise how lucky I am to see it... And as long as I see it then I know every thing is posible.

Love to you and your family.

and, is a divorce really what you want?

Love you a lot.

[asm2576]

Dear Maria, I was baptized/raised Catholic; but it has been many years since I've been to church. I've come to realize that it is not the Sunday ritual that determines your faith; but how you live your life. I choose to talk to God every day and follow the "Golden Rule" regardless of how it is received. We often hear that "things happen for a reason". I'm sure you know that often this statement makes no sense, although now and then, down the road - we do see a reason. Keep the Faith!

[2Ureader]

Dear Maria,

I am a Christian, a follower of Christ (not any Religion) it's a way of life and my life is based on that. We all fail at some time because we are born sinners. I have survived war, loss of my parents at an early age, survived Cancer, my husband back safely from the Vietnam War..all was hard but then there is someone always worse off. I have my life, health & family, above all I have God who sustains me, trying never to take my eyes off of Him. I will pray for your heart to be healed

[crockettable]

During times like these you are going through it is important to work really hard at drawing close to God. A couple things, first you are under attack by the prince of this world, the devil. James 4:7-10 That is why Scripture says: “God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.”[c] 7 Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. 8 Come near to God and he will come near to you. Read James 1 on suffering. Also, realize that God does not want luke-warm Ch

[crockettable]

Dear Maria,

As a life-long fan of Arnold, let me first express my condolences.

Faith in God is the rock for us in the storms of life as Jesus said in the parable about the builder who built his house on the and one who built it on the sand. The thing with faith is it is like a muscle and needs to be exercised and strengthened, so that when the really big tests come, that one will be strong enough with enough faith for them. Faith is also a spiritual gift from God- which you can ask for more.

[Artizme]

I have faith in my sisters. I have faith in myself. I have faith in God.

I don't have faith in the weatherman or politicans

[JakeSoundslike]

The only thing I can say about faith is that I know what God has done for me. My faith in His ability to guide me and fill me with peace is what gets me through the trials of life. I had been ill for 8 months straight and the doctors could not give me any answers as to why I was ill. I prayed earnestly begging God to heal me and I believed that healing was what God wanted for me. God DID heal me. I have not been ill for over 4 months now and God continues to fill me with peace.

[cbug2]

Maria: your questions & concerns regarding faith, trials and tribulations can all be satisfied through a meaningful study of the bible. You have very knowledgeable & approachable 5B connections ready, willing & able to assist you in gaining further knowledge, if you desire to do so. I know you would be thrilled to know the "truth" in God's written word, especially about the loss of loved ones in death (John 5: 28,29). feel free to contact for more info

[1lizziebeth]

I have faith, in God. Christ. My father passed away last year. I've gone to he** and back, still needed God. When my son was being born, I was told the xrays show his body/limbs are twisted, there are problems. That he only had a 50/50 chance of survival. I prayed, asking God to let him be ok. I told Him I would never not believe if my son came out ok. He defied the xrays, and came out a beautiful boy. Just beautiful. I never lost the faith since. No matter what. Prayer over science. It's real.

[why2jjj]

Faith is going with the flow, riding that wave of momentum in your life and trusting that something that you cannot predict will happen that will benefit you and bring to you a more colorful and insightful life. Faith isn't necessarily about hope, as you have to take that first step for something to happen as it will not necessarily come to you if all you do is lock yourself in a room and wish for something to happen.

[jepro78]

Faith is putting more validation in what God says through His Word than what circumstances may scream. You are not the sum total of your circumstances, you are a total of what God says you are: Victorious!

[maura1426]

Faith isn't in the story but in the Man-God

[maura1426]

When I surrender to Him, a real transaction takes place within my spirit - with my mind and body to follow- and his fire of holiness lives within my soul. No man or woman can be holy or fix their wounds - we only have the ability to cover them and dull them. The living spirit of God brings the only true comfort and healing that is the beginning of eternal life .

Following Jesus is not religion, but healing, comfort, power and joy to live the best of life.

[maura1426]

Faith in God is accepting his holiness into my broken spirit without fear or shame because Jesus paid the price. All humans are broken, and the only true health, true comfort, and true peace is by the spirit of God living in us.

[Pryzzbie]

Would you agree that our US Constitution has been manipulated by man since its inception in 1776? How about the Bible – do you think man has done the same to it? I'd think even moreso because it’s been in existence for thousands of years. I needed logical sense & found plenty of it once I realized the word LORD didn’t exist in the Hebrew Scriptures (Old Testament). Man again thought it best to manipulate by removing God's name, why?! Onced I scratched out LORD, the book is easier to read.

[delilah905]

I believe in the Holy Trinity, God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. I believe that we will be judged individually when we die and judged again when Christ comes. So, we should live our lives to the fullest potential that we can with God's Grace.

[MrBrandonjosh]

I believe that God will sort our lives out in the end and to just try to be the best that you know you can be. Live to your true potential and believe that we will either get rewarded or the other.

[FatBabyCheeks]

I have faith in self. My mama let me down (threw me under the bus really), my daddy let me down, my baby daddy been letting me down, the government has let me down, friends have let me down. through it all the only person picking me up time and time again was myself and my belief in a higher power. That and a chicken sandwich will take me anywhere. Peace.

[WonderWomanFan4life]

Hey Maria think of it this way with the death. You at least had great memories of your loved ones. nothing lasts forever. We are born to die. only a matter of when. So you should think about the FUN things and information that you learned from the loved ones. Heck I lost my DAD when I was 12 years old. I saw him in a CASKET and I was so sad becuase i thought we would never take anymore bike rides, never go to six flags, he was gone forever. So you are an adult much easier than being a kid.

[WonderWomanFan4life]

I LOVE your hair Maria!!

[Sharlinjoy]

As a child, I had a life after death experience during an emergency tracheotomy. My home was not religious, but I was after that. I can't even really call it faith - I know that heaven is there, and I am doing my best to earn my place and make my time on earth Really count for the good. As I look back, I've learned from All the strife in my life, so I can say with certainty that no experiences, even the rotten ones, are wasted if you learn compassion and take God's love through it with you.

[msserenity20121]

I have faith that life is a unpredictable ride and you need to be prepared for change. I lost my parents at a young age and was on my own really by the time I was 16. I married a wonderful person and 10 years into our marriage he betrayed me. This was the most painful experience of my life, but he was over the top remorseful and we were able to recover our relationship. It is difficult to have faith in people when they destroy you.

[SirJohnsStatement]

Now we have seen that Arnold is no machine, he's finally a normal man. He has made some bigger mistakes, but who has not?

[SirJohnsStatement]

Faith means to accept all what's happens, equal what! Have a good moral and accept the will of god. Arnold is without any doubt a very strong and good person. Forgive him, he's old today and needs you for the rest of his life!

[Listentothemessage]

hristian faith is "believing" GOD Almighty sent his son Jesus Christ to die for remission of our sins. That's it. Just believing. Letting go and believing. If you can get this down and let GOD's word direct you then you will get beyond this test. You have to let the word and the Holy Spirit guide you. Not people. Be leary of anything that doesn't involve the Christian truth that Jesus Christ is the only way to salvation. That "faith" will save. Read The Greatest Lie by M.Youssef.

[eeboonyuja]

Hello Maria,i didn't have much faith months ago.I was stressed at my old job.Now I am not working. A month ago my potassium went to zero and I was in the hospital.I think I died or left my body.I was unconscious.I found out I suffered from hypokalemia.After I woke, I had temporary amnesia.My speech, coordination, communication was a mess.Took me a month to recover.I went back to church and my faith is stronger than ever.I lived for a reason and survive to tell my story.There is hope.You'll b ok.

[dawadulma]

Hi Maria,

You seem like any friend I might have, who likes to sit around the table and have heart-felt, meaningful conversations. I gave up on "regular" religious faith a long time ago because I couldn't get past the fact that religions were created by man who ignorantly abuses power. As a seeker, I found much more religious truth in the Buddha's teachings and encourage you to read the teachings of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. It's about love and compassion and not guilt and shame. xo

[Judy101101]

I trust without a doubt humanity will have the biggest wake up in earth's history. We have all the solutions needed to heal this planet, our families, community, socially, we can fix our medical system, education systems, economic system and government system, all we have to do is give the right education. I trust Oprah and Dr. Phil will overcome all their major issues and once they do they will teach a much healthier lesson then the one they teach today

[Judy101101]

@Judy101101 I am inspired to c Oprah inspired millions of people get educated 2 b lawyers making up laws that kills humanity, she has educated people 2 kill in wars, she has educated people to become psychopathic CEO's on wall street causing millions to be homeless and kids starving and as our economy crashes she can reflect on the damage she caused on the globe basis and will soon as she reflects, she will teach the solutions. We know better, when Oprah knows better no doubt she will do better

[HEAVENLYFATHER3000]

Hi Maria, please read this 144000 [dot] net / ttt

It's about the return of the Holy Spirit. These words will sustain and empower you like never before. You need the Holy Spirit now more than ever to guide you and will turn everyone & everything you've lost to an ultimate gain. I'll pray for you & family and please pray for mine too. I really feel it when some one prays for me.

Thanks for posting this. You're SO nice

[MsRestorer]

After some years of Bible knowledge and doing things for God, I found myself in circumstances that would bring me to the core of what Christianity is and the substance of true faith. Shortly after my mother was diagnosed with fourth stage cancer i shortly after was diagnosed with a incurable disease with a bad prognosis. At that time I was at the peak of my ministry as an ordained Minister and running a non profit organization. It is now that i have truly experienced the grace that never lets go

[snoops71]

I believe in God, first and foremost.

Next, having family is a gift. If you have real, genuine friends, not the "fly by night" kind, that too is awesome.

Then I believe in me, on an humble level, of course.

[notredame2lux]

Ok, Mrs Albright , my husband tell me that you are a dictator. What make you think you are a woman , and exist? you are in the ' seven days ' movie: just a clone. maybe its time to incline before the VIRGIN MOTHER, to ask forgiveness for all SECRET sins. A woman respect the nature of woman, before political sence. the politique is hypocrisie for beast that cannot adapt to innocent virgin personnality mind. politic was create by man for the man profit. i dont walk with you.

[notredame2lux]

They learn me that if some cause of hasard happen to you, making you feel bad, you have to go to see the doctor, and becoming mentally sick, even if its not the real situation rapported to you. They build hate, and they build to destroy. today i feel GOOD, AND I DONT CARE .

[notredame2lux]

Maybe the Terminator is not too crazy... The modern style of woman, change their spirit each day, they work like a robot, think as robot, act as robot, always keeping up even the situation: they are robot, without a personnal 'sentiment' feeling. what make them suppose that feeling exist :it is just because we program them to. they are the Mercennaire, of the society, the cause of divorce, and break up familly, detroying some innocent mind, and valorize the criminal = CORRUPTION.

[MsCarcar21]

..I do believe that our husband's are very sick so pray for your husband.. I am also going to get Fr. Corap's dvd on marriage. I do believe until death do us part. Our husband's have been captured by the evil one - don't fall into the trap and lose your faith too.

[MsCarcar21]

Dear Maria, I am going through the same heartache that you are experiencing, I am married 29 yrs with 3 daughters. I lost my mother last June and my life has changed ever since. Last December is when I came to the realization that my husband has been unfaithful all of our marriage and might have a child/ren. He will not admit to the truth, but through my Catholic faith and much prayer I know the truth. I moved out of my house this past April. I say a daily rosary- it does help.

[rammstein11004]

Maria I like you videos very much. I hope this makes you feel better arnie is a filthy nazi pig. I rest my case.

[Joan3424]

Having faith in your children is one of the only true things you can trust in life. Also those few, special friends who are there in good times & bad. I lost faith in the church. I hate to say that, I was raised in Catholic schools and I think they scarred me for life. We were beaten by the nuns (in the 60's) and we had pedophile priests that were discovered in my parish and many others.. I have come to believe that the Catholic church is nothing but a big business run by pedophiles. Sad.

[MamawsOpinions]

Maria , I have faith in Jesus Christ.  Faith is like a muscle, it increases the more you exercise it.. At 45 I divorced my husband of 21 years, We were in marriage counseling until the psychologist suggested that my husband needed to under-go psychiatric counseling. He adamantly refused and said, "I don't have a problem, my wife does." That was the end for me. Now my 3 grandchildren are my life. I pray you will find opportunity, peace, forgiveness, fulfillmentl, and happiness.

[basia0408]

Maria, thanks to Jezus you will be fine and your family. Pray for your husband, he need you more than ever, forgive him and time will heal all the pain. Think about the wedding vow.... for better and for worse... this is it, stand by your husband, I know is hard, I'm sure he loves you he is just lost. Father John Corapi dvd about marriage is another great dvd, please watch it, it will help you to understand our catholic marriage, sacrament. Again please be patient.

[basia0408]

Father John Corapi in his dvd "Sweet Sixteen" is talking about pain and suffering, also about the power of the cross or about the humility or the Eucharist and more... All this information helped me to go through a situation some what like you are going through and now with all my knowledge I love my husband even more and the movie about saint Rita is a must.

[basia0408]

Great, great, great movie about Saint Rita helped me a lot, also our catholic TV. Getting to know my faith deeper, it took my mind off my pain. Take your time, don't rush with divorce, be patient please ask Jezus to help you and pray our powerfull rosary, it will bring you all the peace you need now. Adoration Chapel, there is a peace too, it is the best place to bring all our problems in life to Him. Trust Jezus.

[sweettooth471]

TRUST IN GOD MARIA. NOT MAN, MAN WILL LET YOU DOWN EVERY TIME.IF HES COUNTED EVERY HAIR ON YOUR HEAD DO YOU THINK HE WILL LEAVE YOU NOW? i dont think so. linda h.

[sweettooth471]

MARIA , I HAVE GONE THROUGH A SITUATION SOME WHAT LIKE YOU ARE GOING THROUGH.I HAVE WRITTEN YOU A LETTER. I DIDNT KNOW YOUR ADDRESS SO I MAILED IT TO THE KENNEDY COMPOUND.THERES NOTHING TO HARD FOR GOD .LINDA H.

[sweettooth471]

MARIA , I HAVE GONE THROUGH A SITUATION SOME WHAT LIKE YOU ARE GOING THROUGH.I HAVE WRITTEN YOU A LETTER. I DIDNT KNOW YOUR ADDRESS SO I MAILED IT TO THE KENNEDY COMPOUND.THERES NOTHING TO HARD FOR GOD.NOTHING.ALL I DID WAS DRINK AND CRY.I FELT LIKE SOME ONE HAD DIED LIKE MY HEART WAS CUT OUT.LOOK FOR MY LETTER..LINDA H.

[jimmyjkd]

Dear Maria.Be patient with the uncertainty.

Sometimes when we lose our patience, our emotions get in the way of our common sense and we begin to think the situation is larger than it actually is. When you are struggling with your faith, stay in the moment as long as you need. Your loss of faith may last for a few days or even a few weeks, but you will not be abandoned. Use this time to build your faith around the certainty there is a purpose created just for you.

[3horncinama]

I have faith that giving and caring will make a difference in the lives of others always. I have faith that reaching out to people in need to bring comfort is right and that the Lord is indeed real and with us always. Thinking of you Maria, all the ways your parents brought you up with the knowledge you are here to give back. So focus on what matters in your life and all the things yet left for you to accomplish. I pray for supernatural strength for you moving forward in the coming days.

[Vajrasiddha]

Moses was studying Tantra, from the Egyptians, just look at their Creation myths too.

The tree of knowledge thinks a single thought of lust & the tree of life begins to blossom. Stimulate the Tree of Life & the Tree of Knowledge begins to blossom, you tap into the other 90% of the brain that most people will never use because they are ****ing their brains out, literally.

The Garden of Eden is the Human Body.

Rev 22:1-2 (KJV), ...her fruits every month...(in reference to the tree of Life).

[Vajrasiddha]

Most people have a wrong understanding of what Faith is. They often confuse it with the word Believe, thinking they are one and the same. When they are not.

Matthew 17:20

He replied, "Because you have so little faith. I tell you the truth, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move from here to there' and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you."

It is a Strength that can be trained, not a silly verbal expression, (of "I believe"!!!)

[262beauty]

TRY JESUS!!!!!

[charlottekimball]

Judaism has taught me that faith and doubt go together. Struggling with God is part of life. Losing faith, gaining it back applies to God, and to our relations with friends and family, too. The road of life is not a straight one; there are many turns.

[selanthan]

I have faith in my goodness. I am good for goodness sakes. There are trials in everyones lives, life is not problem free. My goodness insures me that I will overcome any battle. My prayers insure me that help is on the way. My perserverance insures me that there is a solution or healing heading my way.

My faith is in my goodness. My goodness is my Benevolent God.

[echirag]

The first step would be to forgiveness. I know it sounds crazy to forgive someone so heartless. But even though he did something so wrong, it will be in your best interest to forgive him. In past, if someone did me wrong, I would get angry, hold grudge, and not forgive. But that turned out to me more damaging to me. Through God I learned to forgive and that has brought me more peace and happiness.

[thetravelprincess64]

My Mom had a brain tumor removed & suffered a severe stroke which left her totally disabled 10 years ago. I was devasted,however I had to realize I could do nothing without God. I knew that I HAD to depend on God to see me through, I have realized that in life nothing happens unless God allows it and if he allows it there is always going to be something good to come out of it. Never lose faith because NOTHING UNDER GOD'S CONTROL IS EVER OUT OF CONTROL..

[chrisfein2011]

Recently my faith has been tested by the ending of my 22 year marriage, the loss of a family unit and my life's plan. I questioned and grappled with my faith; in love, in myself and eventually God. It became evident that in order for me to move on, I had to reinvent my belief system. An acknowledgment that I must own and believe in the journey, good or bad. With that faith, that belief, I found strength and power from my most valuable and trusted relationship; myself and God.

[GailPalmerMills]

Dear Maria,

I have always admired you, but only saw this video about Transition today on the news. I've been in Transition for 2yrs. I lost both my parents 1 to Alzheimer's & have a mentally handicapped sibling. Married in 1985. I do not have Faith, rather Morality. I found my entire marriage & life was not what I thought it to be& have never been more disappointed in human nature.Question? After so many yrs do we have a Moral Obligation to work out an arrangement? I have told no one.

[AdventistaSampaguita]

Hi Maria.

I'm learning to put all my trust and faith in Jesus Christ, The Son of The Living God! When I find my self in very difficult times, this is one of my Favorites verses in The Bible, The Word of God.

1. I waited patiently for The LORD;

He turned to me and heard my cry,

2. He lifted me out of the slimy pit,

out of the mud and mire;

He set my feet on a rock

and gave me a firm place to stand. Psam 40:1,2

Take care and God bless!

[Lane1059]

Core faith comes from loved ones that are here now, and also those lost. Gone in body, not in spirit...but the grieving process makes it feel that way. Focus on their care, support, sacrafices, appreciation, admiration... & comforting moments will follow. Eventually fleeting moments come more often. Loss of love is the same as physical injury. Shock and pain evoke surreal feelings that make it easy to lose yourself, let alone faith. Use their faith. That's what the bonding of souls is for.

[deryler]

For me faith is something to rather not to describe because it can gone. Only God can keep my faith strong without any unsteadiness, but it is easy to dissapoint in people or goverments. So I have faith in my family and God. People can be as a motivator in my thinking. And I trust in the present goverment here in Hungary(until they lose my trust)

[rnrclown]

I follow you on twitter ~under another name~I hope you'll update soon. God bless!

[rnrclown]

abundantly. I'm not wealthy but so very rich in friends, husband and my lads. It's knowing that things wont always be my way, but that's ok, because if God brings me to it, He'll bring me through it. God will be the victor! Much happiness to you.

[rnrclown]

laugh and remind me of my girlhood days when we had no cares. Girlfriends are such a Godsend. I admire the women they have become and the love they have shown me. It's vital to surround yourself with real friends who build you and your marriage up and not tear it down. To often people want to tear down unions. I believe there is a real anit-Catholic atmosphere and people just want to take and choose what they want from the Catholic religion. Jesus came so that we may have life and have it

[rnrclown]

As a devout Catholic I'm loyal to the Magisterium. My faith in Christ is EVERYTHING. My faith got my through a very dark time in my life when my father passed away a few years back. My mother is very elderly and oneday I know I will NEED my faith to be comforted when I won't be able to think, breathe~just feel numb~once my mother is no longer on this earth. While i have a loving, devoted husband and lads, I NEED God. I also have faith in my girlfriends to help me be the girl I use to be and

[Judy101101]

if you are having doubts about your faith maybe your faith is not really something you should put your trust into - there is a God but he didn't come with a book or a cult group that has sex with kids - bibles are nothing more then a manipulation tool and not as closely tied to God as you think which makes you have these feelings from time to time to doubt your faith - learn the bigger picture and you CAN'T doubt it because it won't be faith but more truth.

[Judy101101]

@Judy101101 with your family deaths - might be a sign your family isn't as healthy as you might think, might be a sign that you can't tell the difference between right and wrong and it's killing you and you can't see it yet. read everything on holodynamics it will unfold truth about God, religion, government, illness, justice, psychology and why people do what they do as well provide a tool to solve all problems. It's a perfect science as it claims to solve all problems known to the human

[Judy101101]

@Judy101101 experience except it can't identify with the unknown problems but that is an easy fix as it can be found in your complaints and excuses. Today is a great time to be alive - the shift is happening and it's going to be a good thing if those at the top can understand what they can't understand yet. eg if Oprah new she was killing millions of people do you think she would stop what she is doing? I think so - evil people are not so evil, they just don't know what they are doing yet

[chubbsy45]

He also said that the "more changes we go through life, the closer we are to God." I realized at that moment, that even through the changes in my life that I would have to endure because of my own father's passing; the Lord would be with me. Maria, everyone feels despair. Mother Teresa felt it in Calcutta. Even Jesus felt distress in Gethsemane. We all go through it. It is a part of being human. Please know that through this change in your life that the Lord is with you. We'll pray for you. 4of4

[chubbsy45]

"The Comforter comes, whom I shall send to you from the Father...I have told you this so that your faith may not be shaken." (John 15:26-16:4) At the time, I was so distraught that I did not make the connection. The beginning of the Homily did not help much either. The priest then began to discuss the difficulty to adapting to changes in life. He said that during difficult changes, the Lord is with us. We need to pay attention and be aware of His presence. 3of4

[chubbsy45]

To find some sort of solace, I decided to enter the church. It was a weekday and being my pessimistic self, I thought that the doors would be locked. I went to open the front door of the church anyway. What I discovered was the parish singing "Alleluia" prior to the Gospel. I walked in on the daily morning Mass. I tried to quietly sit down in the back as best as possible through my sobbing. The Gospel was "The Hostile World" 2of4

[chubbsy45]

I hope this story will help you.

Ten years ago this month my father passed away from cancer. The day before his death while he was unconscious in the hospital, I experienced a huge moment of despair at his bedside. I could not believe my father was about to die. Overwhelmed with grief, I ran out of the hospital. On that day it was raining and very foggy. I recall walking in the general direction of my home. However, on the way through the fog a nearby Catholic church appeared clearly. 1of4

[pbrown944]

I have faith in God. I believe with my heart and mind that God is trustworthy and always there. I believe that faith is an act...a way of life. I don't just talk about the things I believe in...and try to live what I believe. To keep my faith strong I read my Bible, make time for prayer and reflection, and fellowship with other believers. I have found peace in my faith. My peace comes from knowing that I am never really alone., not even in my thoughts.....because God' makes His presence known.

[texasmaryann]

I know other people inspire my faith. I see what disabilities, pain and hardship they bravely face and I literally thank God for all the "bad things" that have happened in my life. I pray a decade of the rosary and I ask for an angel.. then somehow an angel appears in the form of an amazing person. A person who just emanates exactly what I need at that time in my life. I did not realize this till recently but I think this is one way my faith has been sustained.

[Falkon0110]

changed. They re now a political game plans. that is why we got so many modern churches, temples & mosques & no miracles seen from any. They all want more funding for a god who can not understand economy, he collects every Friday, Saturday & Sunday, while taking a day off on each. No this god could not be the one.

Your faith is your results of your experiences, the outcomes,.

I know for fact that you are stronger than many others at your station in Life.

Keep up the great fight.God Bless. N

[jljl6356]

Maria, Read John 7:10-17. People were asking if Jesus was legit. He didn't prove he was. He said the burden of proof is IN YOU. The ones who want to know the truth because they will commit heart and soul to it will find the truth, those who don't won't. What you will find is an amazing joy and a peace that cannot be taken away. It's about a relationship with our heavenly father, not a going thru the motions knowledge that leaves us in charge of the chaos of life. Give Jesus the keys of your car

[Falkon0110]

an ideology or anything for that matter. I am sure Christian would refer you to Bible, A Muslim would call you to read Quran, A Jewish faith would call you to read your talmud or book of Psalms, but I guess I would go with what God would have said. Think, ponder and count your blessings then know the who is been your true friend all along. he would say it is ok, if you dont believe in any of the given religious names, he does not either, since the truth and the realities of those given names has

[Falkon0110]

Liebe Maria.

Question of Faith all depends on your own experiences. No one can give you a hint on how to have faith. Faith starts within ones heart and shines through ones soul, and lightens up their path for further achievements. I say this because if I was in your shoes I would most probably have a different outcome regarding my faith than in someone else experiences in life.

I think the question of Faith is like that of Gold. Gold varies so does strength in ones faith toward God, a religion..

[1953key]

I have faith in and a personal relationship with God - not religion. My faith has been tested by going from a nice upper middle class life to homelessness caused by anothers actions. I keep my faith strong by keeping my expectations in check; if they killed Jesus in his perfection and that was within God's will, why should I expect my life to be smooth sailing. He came to overcome death and hell.I remind myself I'm here to serve not be served and nothing on earth can protect me/us except God.

[jljl6356]

Maria, I admire your asking this question in this forum. When I go thru trials like you are now in I try to focus on what I know rather than what I don't know. i.e. I HAVE FAITH IN GOD. I know God loves me and you deeply. I know he wants our relationship to be personal. You have a personal relationship with your children and God wants the same with you. I know I don't know the way I should go, but he does so I commit my future to him - Proverbs 3:5-6. I HAVE FAITH IN YOU that you will find him.

[Messylin]

Maria, do you really believe that Jesus rose from the dead, or do you think the story actually symbolises the renewing of one's psyche?

[muahe5nay]

I'm so sorry to learn about your separation. God has taught us that we should forgive a person not 7 times but 777 times. I know its not easy but with God everything is possible if we trust in Him. We remember Lady of Fatima every 13th day from May - October by doing a rosary every day on these months. Lady of Fatima bought me close with God through many tests. When I'm down, I looked up in the cross and found that Jesus is more painful than what I'm going through.

[evabcar]

This verse helped me I would say it before I went to bed. When you go through deep waters,

I will be with you.

When you go through rivers of difficulty,

you will not drown.

When you walk through the fire of oppression,

you will not be burned up;

the flames will not consume you... “Do not be afraid, for I am with you.

Isaiah 43:2,5

[muahe5nay]

My husband and I married in 1988. Both of us, with college degrees, were depending on paycheck each month to pay for mortgage, insurance, etc.. Our faith is God for daily bread. When I was 6 mos pregnant, my husband got laid off. Our faith is the rosary, which we pray every night.

Thanks God my husband founded a better job. We were able to buy a house & save $. We are still doing rosary. Jesus mother answered many of our prayers, and St. Joseph protect our sons from many tragics.

[evabcar]

Three things

1 I gave my worries to God and made up my mind he was in control I am in law school. No matter what happens i am still happy because i have God in my life he said “ 11 For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope”. Jeremiah 29:11

2 I read the book the LOVE DARE and Purpose driven life and watch the movie Fireproof.

3 I continue to fight for my family to stay together.

[MajorCindy1]

My faith has been tested, especially over the past couple of months. I have separated from my husband of 30 years. This was a huge decision for me, but one that I feel in my heart was the best choice for me. I am a religious person, & am still having issues with family acceptance of my decision. My Mom passed away in 1996; she was my rock & was always there for me when I needed her advice about life. Her advice to me today would be to be true to myself & to trust God to see me through this.

[premierereviews]

These r some I have to say to myself every day! John 16:33 - In this world u will have trials & sorrow but take heart because I have overcome the world. Romans 8:18 - Our present sufferings are not worth comparing to the glory that will be revealed in us. Isaiah 55:8 - My ways are not ur ways and my ways are far beyond anything u could imagine. Jeremiah 29:11 - I know the plans I have for u to prosper u not harm u and to give u hope and a future.

[LaurieLglitters]

Ahh sweetheart...never lose faith in yourself. Your ability to give and receive love. Your ability to make good decisions, and remain strong. Life is tough...there's NO doubt about that. Keeping your chin up and remaining positive isn't easy. Especially when coming to the end of one road, & questioning what new path to take. It can be terrifying, but eventually rewarding. It'll take time, but I have "faith" dear Maria, that you'll find your way to happiness again.

[Messylin]

I'm an atheist and my bible is The God Delusion by Richard Dawkins. I have faith in the imagination of the human race, especially their capacity for empathy.

[RavenMadd9]

family .....the teachings of christ ............my condolences on your lost ......keep the faith in you in 2011

[plezhurhouse]

hope you still feel small when you stand beside the ocean,

Whenever one door closes I hope one more opens,

Promise me that you'll give faith a fighting chance,

And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance...

I hope you dance…

From the song "I Hope You Dance"

"When you come to the edge of all the light you know and are about to step into the darkness of the unknown faith is knowing that one of two things will happen. There will be solid ground to stand on or you will be taught to fly."

[plezhurhouse]

Maria I have faith in God and in myself. Please do not lose faith in yourself because of life's obstacles. I hope you have read The Awakening by Virginia Swift--it really makes you dig deep into how we sometimes think that bad things are happening to us but it really is just life happening. And the "way" we accept and get past these hurdles is what defines us. I purchased Angel Therapy cards after my mom died. I believe in angels. Every week now one angel card has said I LOVE YOU! God Bless you!

[fal2grace]

I also lost my parents and brother quite close together. And then went through divorvce... It wasn't easy, but I found that the more things fell away, the easier it was for me to see what remained.... what was strong... what was me. Take care. xx

[vmdunn]

Have Faith in today-yesterday is gone; worrying about tomorrow only robs you of the power of today. Have Faith-transitions are not easy-Faith in a Higher Power will bring you to a better place;-How could it be otherwise? Have Faith in relaxation-you don't know what tomorrow will bring; your HP does. Have Faith in taking care of yourself- greater service to your HP requires it. Have Faith-a clear path will open, trust in your H P-the natural flow of the spirit is always there as a guide. LOVE

[VictoryTomorrow]

Faith is believing in renewal.

Its easy to "grow your faith" if you give yourself an opportunity for renewal. Start by renewing your mind and your body.

Renew yourself by renewing your life daily....exercise, eat right, meditate and most importantly, get the sun your body craves; take as much time as you need for yourself. You'll find that as you renew yourself, that your faith will be renewed.

[vmdunn]

Have Faith in the day-yesterday is gone; worrying about tomorrow only robs you of the power of today. Have Faith-transitions are not easy-Faith in a Higher Power will bring you to a better place;-How could it be otherwise? Have Faith in relaxation-you don't know what tomorrow will bring; your HP does. Have Faith in taking care of yourself- greater service to your HP requires it. Have Faith-a clear path will open, trust in your H P-the natural flow of the spirit is always there as a guide.

[abandond]

...from God in our darkest moments, realizing that all we have is given in order to see what we are willing to do with it. The rest is largely a human attempt to understand something far bigger than we can conceive of.

[abandond]

I have begun to strip down my faith and am seeing something new. Take away dogma developed in the struggle to understand God and his son. Leave ourselves with just God's words and an understanding that much else (even regular folks in the Bible), is a sincere and debatable attempt to clarify God's purpose and direction for us. Life on earth is just a testing ground for something that is powerful and demands strength of character in eternity. We must admit our weaknesses and draw strength...

[Tomuchtohandle]

I have faith in Jesus Christ, That he rose from the dead for my sins and for my freedom. My life is nothing like it used to be. God has transformed me from the inside out. When I finally let go of all my expectations, all my timelines that I had been holding over my head, and just really allowed God to control my life. I have never been happier and stress free and ... I just enjoy life now! I am very happy ... :)

[architect333]

i don't understand how a death in a family can have an impact on your faith, the bible clears all of this and makes it comforting. the question is more a reflection on your life and the rationalization of long holding blind beliefs. Read Richard Dawkins 'God delusion' and Christopher Hitchen's 'God is not great',that should clear things up pretty good, otherwise your faith should be stronger knowing your loved ones will be waiting for u :)

[murphy903]

When my faith has been tested, I have faith in the unfolding of what I call the 8:28 Principle. Based on the spiritual principle of Romans 8:28, that 'all things work together for good for those who love God and who are called according to His purpose.' From the story of Joseph in Genesis 50, all things must ultimately come to something good for my life.

[sgochoel]

I have faith in Jesus Christ! Only He has overcome death proving that He is the Messiah. Only He can save us to an eternal life filled with His Love. Its our choice. Eternity with His Love or without. The battles we face are there to strengthen our faith so that we can be sure of our eternal resting place. If you are questioning your faith maybe you need to re-examine whether you are saved. Even satan believed in Jesus. Believing in Jesus doesn't save you. Putting your faith in Him does.

[Sunstar35351]

I have faith in spirit ~ It has guided me all of my life and has never let me down.....it is clear that pushing the edge of my creativity keeps me close to that source...and I know for sure that the "flower" from that source is always beauty....love....inspired....­and art "FULL" ~ Sian Lindemann

[garyzahalsky]

I have faith in if I don't try anything too stupid and be good, to myself and family, community that things come back to you, Encouraging others to be good rather than trying to do something, by example people can learn and grow and have a little peace.

[Con4dentual]

THE LLLAAAAKEEERRSS!!!! HAHAHAHA just playing wit u 1st lady of California bb. Tht'a former I think Jerry Brown is the governor idk ma'am. Let me see the video real. Yeah i heard it well faith is a seed that was planted within me as a teen metaphorically speaking that is. Faith is a contentious feeling, to me. I don't believe that fate is tithte to your faith. You may have heard i am the master of my fate well if thisis tru than i am subjected to my faith Christianity yet serve faithfully JESUS

[suzanneewilson]

I love that you are asking people to probe their beliefs! Suffering undoubtably makes us reconsider the big issues of life...if God is over all, is he good? Can I trust him? In Easter I see a wonderful picture of the tenderness of God, completely understanding our brokenness and sin so much that He entered into our world in the person of Jesus to suffer and absorb the punishment we rightly deserve. We are more loved by the Father in Christ than we ever dared hope. He is risen! Alleluia!

[wendyangell]

Like you, my faith has been tested beyond what I thought I could endure. But, I think, that if not for my faith, I would be dead. The personal tragedy in my life over the last 3 years has shaken me to the core. The devastation of my family, the emotional loss of siblings, a grandmother. My daughter's mental illness and the financial destruction from the economy, in my life have taken me to the depths of despair. I struggle every day and I wonder what God has in store for me. I believe

[sassypink4U]

Since young child I learned to have faith in God. Faith God will take care of me no matter what. I truly believed in my young heart Lord Jesus loved me so much that He died in that painful death thousands of years ago. I had faith one day I was going to meet him in person and give him a BIG HUG AND KISS. I had faith one day I was going to walk beside him and talk about my life. Now in my life I struggle to hold onto this faith I had long ago. My faith is dying ….

[Epluribusunum00001]

My response is longer on Facebook. My heart goes out to you and yours regarding your loss. I, too, have lost my family in quick succession recently. I am afraid to say that I've lost faith in so many things, almost everything. Faith, certainly, is healing; it, definitely, helps our psyche/health. But, I have to be true to my intellectual self, also. I like to think in terms of a oneness with people, nature, the universe, even with an unknown entity we call "god". Thanks for asking!

[CuttinUpRadio]

Have faith in your heart. Your heart speaks volumes. No matter what test you are faced with accept it and turn it into a testomony to share with others. Always remember that no challenge is too big for God when in doubt always find a quite place and listen to your heart. Your an amazing inspiration for me, Maria!

[dilbertgirl]

for political season my faith is pretty lukewarm. Thanks for reminding me of this to put my faith UP FRONT especially during this most holy of holy weeks.

During this time I typically like to get that Catholic guilt going... go to church every day and at minimum, Thursday AND Friday. Cry my eyes out on Friday and try to fathom how God found me worthy to have his son die for me. I am not worthy and am blessed beyond all belief. Blessings to you this Easter season. Peace @kansasrattazzi

[dilbertgirl]

I definitely DO NOT have faith in our government. We live in the best place on earth in terms of religious, political and pretty much EVERYTHING freedom but we have become a society dependent on the government.

What I DO have faith in is Jesus Christ. As a practicing Catholic, I find that my faith is tested and can become lukewarm when I'm ticked off by government, politico stuff, media, etc. Actually, it's interesting that you post this because as everyone is gearing up...

[Suej60]

Like you, my faith is tested every day. I am my 81+ year old mom's care giver; she has Lewy Bodies Dementia.

I have faith in the power of love within me; love makes me able to do everything. I believe that I can and I do.

My father taught me when I was very young that we all have the power within ourselves to overcome all obstacles and challenges.

Dad's wisdom has carried me through life allowing me to believe in myself. I believe in endless possibilities in an ever changing world.

[tpickeral100]

I have faith in the youth - evidenced by their ability to focus on social justice, rally their peers and not always wait for adults to support them. The R-Word campaign for example demonstrates how a small group of committed youth commit to ensure everyone is valued and how socially injust it is to use the R-Word. Their success is a testament to their values, ability to organize and shared leadership to change the world.

[Lifestylebynoni]

I am facing some really unbelievable debt, my faith is keeping me spiritually balanced where I am able to get up each morning and be productive as I work very hard to rebuild my publishing services business. I lost everything when my storage unit contents were sold during an auction so I no longer have my children's books that I published in 2003 to sell. My bankruptcy program was dismissed because I missed 3 payments all of my creditors are able to bill me again. Jesus is my strength.

[rubyredhead65]

Each difficult situation I have come through, I know God has brought me through it. At the end of each road, a loss, a failure or an ending to a part of my life where I need to go on, I am always led to that ever present next open door. When God closes a door, then God opens a window. So true! Someone or something will be present in my life that shows me the way or leads me in the right direction. Only way to explain it is God leading me. As time goes on, I see the things I needed to see. :}

[noelanthony1204]

Evil ambushed our Governments many times and good people stood by, did nothing. Battles of the past continues to haunt this generation with the same conspiracies. Evil does anything and the good people have to do everything to stop it! It will be our faith Maria to carry through that will ultimately save us or lack of destroy us.

[AmandaLovesJustinB1]

Faith comes from a lot of our experiences Maria. I've been through many difficult experiences and I've noticed through my faith it has gotten me through it. Born with a cleft lip and taunted by it but used my talents to overcome it. Maybe theres a balance in everything Maria. I don't say I have all the answers but I've literally seen divine intervention many times in my life. A time I stopped going to church and it was a dark time in my life. Went back to church and my faith was restored.

[Con4dentual]

Hello Mrs. Shriver I'm@Acquiredadesire I have faith in Jesus the Christened One. Yet i wanted to give a bit of constructive criticism your last post about National Poetry Month, basically i clicked it and all the authors of the blogger were of one ethnicity automatic turn off. Gotta get some minority bloggers just email my con4dentual i checkk it once a month i'll blog 4 ya

[Traceyrae21]

My faith is strongest during times of struggle. My prayers are more frequent when I am faced with the challenges that life often puts in my way. I have a deep faith in God and His Son and that in the end He chooses the best path for me. My prayers center around my hopes for my path, but in the end I am often most thankful when He hasn't answered my prayers. He always knows what I need and where my life should go. I just try to have faith that He will guide me where I need to be.

[mccorca]

I have faith in the goodness of people. Those people may find their goodness via their faith i.e. religion and that's great. Personally I don't worship a god but I'd never discount anyone who does. Faith is personal and shouldn't be defined. What ever works for individuals I'm willing to accept and trust and I hope people can accept and trust the faith I have.

[Devaneios04]

I have faith in Karma, in Love, in myself and, I also have faith in the minority of people that truly believe that they can change the world and do everything within their power to do it.

Thank you for being an inspiration, Maria!

[poorjudjement]

I have faith in LOVE :) The only word that matters most.

When you come into existence, this temporary existence, you come through the expression of giving, the expression of love. Love is the greatest manifestation borne of Infinite intelligence. When you leave this existence love is the only manifestation that matters most and is the common thread in being/life that transcends & connects all that is "something" to nothing as in NO-THING, the Unmanifest, The word of God is only 1 word LOVE :)

[bdianneg]

I believe that the "energy out there" and "in here" in my heart, whatever you might call it (God, ultimate power, etc.) is what keeps us all together. I believe the universe gives us what we need, when we need it, and if we believe that, we will deal with whatever is put in front of us, and hopefully learn from it. I am 73 years old and I could not carry on if I didn't "believe" that we are where we are supposed to be, and we must become more enlightened by every situation.  Thanks.

[afischetti1]

I put all my faith in the Lord and his son Jesus Christ. At this time as we celebrate Easter, none of us should forget the sacrifice Jesus made to forgive us all of our sins, big or small. He is the only way to happiness, and I'm so thankful to have him helping me everyday of my life.

[seriouslymc]

I am faithful when I look at my past experience. Currently I am facing financial problem and I am getting laid off in 9 days and looking back and seeing that things have always worked itself out for me is making me stay hopefully.

[Atheria444]

Because I've been blessed with the gift of psychic mediumship, it has given me the knowing.....not just believing.....that we are truly spiritual beings having human experiences. I have faith that there is a universal creator/God because I've experienced God. I've had some profound experiences, including feeling "bliss" and having angelic visitations. I could go on and on about this, but there IS a plan...nothing is an accident.

[desertraised]

My song to God: Adhere me to Your Heart o Lord, hold fast my hand Dear God. I, without you, am nothing; with you, my leigh, my pitifulness dissappears as You strengthn my feebleness and arm me with Your might. I stand in the Winner's Circle with the God of Gods and Lord of Lords. Let not my finite mind forget for an instance that you are Victor and with you, I am victorious. I stand with You Jesus. My hope, my life. My hope my faith is built on nothing less than Jesus' blood and rightiousness

[TheFitWOMAN]

I have faith that love and leading with positivity can change the world for the better.

[jein08]

I have faith in fate, I believe whatever is suppose to happen, happens, good or bad.

I came close to death, so the doctors said, but I am alive so I believe I just wasn't suppose to die yet, fate.

[92672rp]

Cont.. to do our best. Prayers, footwork and faith , all are keys to a positive outcome no matter what you are doing. One must to the footwork, the hard work to get along in this world and there is no substitute for that. My family, this woman's family and God and humanity are my answers. Thank you for your time and God bless.

[PPCMSurvivor]

I have faith in Christ who died so I might live. I had Pregnancy related heart failure 2 weeks after delivering my now 3 year old little boy. It is called PPCM. Never did I think I was ever going to have something wrong with my heart. I am recovered 3 years later but still struggle with being scared of it because there is not a cure to help save mom's from this. I constantly have to give my fears to God because I have no control and that is scary in itself. Stay strong Maria and Blessings.

[92672rp]

My faith has been tested a lot over the past 2 months. I am trying to help a mom who sent her children to Bolivia to have a visit with ther father , get them returned. They are U.S. citizens and are being held in Bolivia against their will. They want to come home to their mom. I have gone through all the proper channels to assist this mom to no avail. I have reached out to high level officials & no response. All we can do is pray and put our faith in the lord and keep trying every day to do our

[sartarqo]

I have faith in God.

[dharringtonish]

I lost both my parents to cancer, my mother in 2001/my father in 2004. I think about them always. I have been single parenting a fifteen year old teen from the get-go. I'm also reminded that they are not around to see my son grow up. His graduation, prom, marriage and their grand-kids. Life is not always fair. If things happen for a reason, what's the reason? I have yet to figure that out! But with the support of my family & friends, I'm on the right track. Takes time to heal, keep the faith!

[jennieden]

I am sorry your faith has been so tested at what must be a difficult time for you. On a smaller scale I was tested because I felt my Artwork and My book were from God but I couldn't seem 2 get them 'out there'. I did a painting 24/7 wish I could show it u, it's a small figure all curled up & worn out with the struggles of life, but pouring down is a strong bright, light constant and never ending. This is God's love, we may not always see it or feel it but it's always there. My faith is in God