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2019-09-01T21:33:52+00:00

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What’s The Deal With Humility?

Last updated on: September 1, 2019 at 9:33 pm By Gary Zimak

Humble yourself the more, the greater you are, and you will find favor with God. (Sirach 3:18) What does it mean to be humble? Contrary to popular belief, it has nothing to do with thinking poorly of yourself. This week on The Gary Zimak Show, I discussed the Mass Readings for the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time. The main theme was all about humility. If you can spare 30 minutes, give it a listen. It will help you understand what humility... Read more

2019-08-31T17:49:29+00:00

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A Message I Didn’t Want To Hear

Last updated on: August 31, 2019 at 5:49 pm By Gary Zimak

Before I went to Mass today, I asked the Lord to speak to me through the readings. As is often the case, he delivered a message that I didn’t really want to hear. In the First Reading, he reminded me of that I’m supposed to love others: On the subject of mutual charity you have no need for anyone to write you, for you yourselves have been taught by God to love one another. (1 Thessalonians 4:9) Jesus wasn’t finished... Read more

2019-08-30T23:17:23+00:00

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A Bible Verse That Never Gets Old…

Last updated on: August 30, 2019 at 11:17 pm By Gary Zimak

When I’m feeling overwhelmed and weary from the daily struggles of life, there is one Bible verse that always makes me feel better. It’s an offer from Jesus. I have a feeling you may need to hear this today: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28) Don’t over analyze or look for a hidden meaning. Just take the Lord’s words at face value and turn to him. There are... Read more

2019-08-29T21:27:10+00:00

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The Main Reason We Don’t Pray

Last updated on: August 29, 2019 at 9:27 pm By Gary Zimak

Do you sometimes feel you don’t pray as much as you should? It’s a common problem and something that I struggled with for many years. I got really good at making excuses. My favorite one was that I was too busy. It’s interesting that I was never too busy to eat, watch TV or waste time on the computer. For some reason, however, I just couldn’t manage to fit prayer into my busy life. Eventually, the Lord got my attention... Read more

2019-08-28T22:56:20+00:00

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Here’s Why You Should Never Lose Hope…

Last updated on: August 28, 2019 at 10:56 pm By Gary Zimak

As I continue my series of posts designed to remind you of some basic truths about God, here is a fact that we forget on a regular basis. Whenever you panic, start to feel hopeless or can’t see any possible solution to a problem, Jesus has a message for you: “For human beings this is impossible, but for God all things are possible.” (Matthew 19:26) Think about the “unsolvable” problem that’s keeping you up at night and then listen to... Read more

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2019-08-27T21:35:23+00:00

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God Will Never Stop Loving You!

Last updated on: August 27, 2019 at 9:35 pm By Gary Zimak

God loves you. Tell me something I don’t know, right? It’s a darn shame that we sometimes overlook the simple messages because they look too simple. But here’s the problem. Every day, millions of people are waking up feeling hopeless, unloved and lonely. That simple message about God’s unconditional love could change everything, if we let it sink in. Yesterday, I wrote about how God delights in his people. Today, I have an equally simple, but important message –God loves... Read more

2019-08-27T01:44:23+00:00

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You Have No Idea Just How Special You Are

Last updated on: August 27, 2019 at 1:44 am By Gary Zimak

Ever have one of those days when you feel like you just don’t matter? It’s a brutal feeling, but one that most people experience at times. Maybe today is one of those days. In any event, here’s something to remember. No matter how unimportant you feel, you are very special. There is someone who is extremely happy that you’re alive. He’s pretty important too. How important? He’s the creator of the universe. Furthermore, not only is he happy… he delights... Read more

2019-08-24T21:11:44+00:00

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You Are Invited To A Special Banquet!

Last updated on: August 24, 2019 at 9:11 pm By Gary Zimak

The Gospel for the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time contains a startling reminder – the gate to salvation is narrow! Jesus’ words are so shocking that we sometimes panic and fail to listen to his full message. This week on The Gary Zimak Show, I unpacked this challenging Gospel and explained why it is actually fantastic news. Listen to the podcast (using the player below) and discover the good news! Read more

2019-08-23T22:41:50+00:00

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A Bible Verse You Should Never Forget

Last updated on: August 23, 2019 at 10:41 pm By Gary Zimak

When it comes to Bible verses, I have dozens of favorites. There is one, however, that is very close to the top of the list. This verse reminds me of a fact that is all too easy to forget. Reading it brings me instant comfort and assures me that my problems aren’t that big of a deal. It’s a message that we all need to hear every day. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever. (Hebrews 13:8) No... Read more

2019-08-22T22:47:29+00:00

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Listen To Your Blessed Mother (A Biblical Look At Mary)

Last updated on: August 22, 2019 at 10:47 pm By Gary Zimak

Several years ago, after surrendering my life to Jesus, I struggled to figure out what role the Blessed Mother should play in my life. Now that I was truly following Jesus, I wondered why she was important. Despite my confusion, however, I knew that she really did matter and I was determined to find out why. One day while praying, I felt called to open the Bible and locate all of her recorded words and appearances. It was a life-changing... Read more

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