Deacon Michael Bickerstaff, Author at Integrated Catholic Life™

Eternal Life’s Spring

Posted by Deacon Michael Bickerstaff | Mar 23, 2025 | Prayer / Spiritual Life, Praying, Put Out Into the Deep |

“Do you want to know such joy? Do you want to receive from Jesus the living water that...

What the Bible Teaches Concerning Fasting

Posted by Deacon Michael Bickerstaff | Mar 16, 2025 | Knowing, Put Out Into the Deep |

Do you really want to supercharge your faith life? Follow the example of Jesus and the New...

Cast Off The Darkness

Posted by Deacon Michael Bickerstaff | Mar 12, 2025 | Reflect |

“What is God saying to you today? Am I taking the time to spend in prayer with the Lord so...

A Journey with Jesus

Posted by Deacon Michael Bickerstaff | Mar 9, 2025 | Knowing, Put Out Into the Deep |

“None of these three pillars [of Lent] means anything if our observance of them is not...

The Secret to a Happy Life

Posted by Deacon Michael Bickerstaff | Feb 16, 2025 | Living, Put Out Into the Deep |

Look, I know that often in this culture today, being Catholic, letting people know that you love Jesus Christ, and just following his teachings, can be very hard and can cost you friendships and opportunities. Being Catholic is counter cultural. It is walking the opposite direction while everyone around you is heading over the edge of the cliff. But Jesus tells us not to be afraid to follow him. Everything is going to be okay!