Amor Vincit Omnia
“Be still.” These were the fruits of my prayer after my confessor told me to find a Scriptural verse that I could carry with me throughout the semestral break. This has been a real challenge for me as someone who always wants to be in control of whatever happens along the way. The invitation to “be still” sounded simple, yet it pierced deeply into my restless heart. It reminded me that there is grace in surrender, that there is peace in letting God take the lead. Reflecting on this thought, I am led back to where this stillness is truly rooted: in God’s way of loving. Lao Tzu, a Chinese philosopher, once wrote: “Watch your thoughts, they become your words. Watch your words, they become your actions. Watch your actions, they become your habits. Watch your habits, they become your character, and your character becomes your destiny.” This wisdom resonates with me as I reflect on stillness. When I allow my thoughts to be formed by God’s love, my words, actions, and even...
