Sitting peacefully on a cushion day and night seeking to attain Buddhahood, rejecting life and death in hopes of realizing enlightenment, is all like a monkey grasping at the moon reflected in the water. — Shoitsu It is easy to get lulled into a belief that to be spiritual, one must sit around all day contemplating one’s…
Month: January 2017
Do Not Be Afraid
Then Jesus said to them, “Do not be afraid.” — Matthew 28:10 Have you ever considered what would happen if Jesus showed up at your door. What would he say? What would you say? I am pretty sure I would say something stupid, something I would wish I could take back immediately. As…
No Room In Our Lives
Yesterday we discussed and thought about the fact that when Christ was about to enter the world, his parents were told there was no room. Perhaps, as we approach this snowy weekend and bundle up, we might ask ourselves is there room for God in our lives. Subconsciously do we say, “Sorry, there is no room,…
Hospitality For Strangers
Contribute to the needs of Saints; extend hospitality to Strangers — Romans 12:13 All children of the South take pride in our reputation for Southern hospitality. In Ireland, when you enter a home you are greeted with, “A hundred thousand welcomes to you.” Hospitality is a practical expression of love, God’s love for all men and women…
Ghost Upon The Water
First, my sincere apologies about the reference yesterday to a hymn I couldn’t remember. My dear friend Janice sent me the link to it http://www.hymntime.com/tch/htm/o/n/c/oncetoev.htm. Can you believe I forgot that it was Once to Every Man and Nation? One of Suzy’s absolute favorites. Reading the words today, I think they are worthy of more than one meditation.…