Angela Munizzi

Why You Can Be of Good Cheer When Your Heart Is Broken

Angela Munizzi

July 17, 2016

Some time ago, at the recommendation of my doctor, I went to the office of a local cardiology group to undergo an echocardiogram stress test. I had experienced some strong heart palpitations, and the doctor wanted to rule out any serious problems. When the technicians prepped me for the test, I felt like an android. …
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God Is Always Working, Even When You Don’t See Prayer Answers

Angela Munizzi

August 17, 2014

Knock, knock, knock! “Oh, Lord, it’s me again. Here I am standing at the door pounding and pounding. It’s the same prayer request, Lord, for about 15 years now! I have been asking—well actually begging—You, Lord, but I never seem to get an answer. All I see are my red knuckles and this closed door! …
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What’s in Your Alabaster Jar?

Angela Munizzi

February 18, 2009

My daughter Elisabeth came down the stairs one morning in a rather reflective mood. Lissy, as we affectionately call her, has the enthusiasm and energy of 10 people, so it was unusual to see her so absorbed in thought. But when she shared with me the insight she had received during her devotions, I understood why—and her words got me thinking, too.

Lissy had been reading the story about the time Mary poured an alabaster jar of perfume on Jesus. What had amazed her was that although Mary was performing a completely unselfish act, even those closest to Jesus--His own disciples--criticized her.