… love is wise, hatred is foolish. In this world, which is getting more and more closely interconnected, we have to learn to tolerate each other. We have to learn to put up with the fact that some people say things that we don’t like. We can only live together in that way and if…
Flowers of Love
A man reaps what he sows. — Galatians 6:7 Sow for yourselves righteousness. — Hosea 10:12. What do you plant in your garden? No, I’m not talking about tomatoes or cucumbers. What seeds to do you plant in your life? Do you cast out joy, kindness, and peace everywhere you go like Johnny Appleseed, or do you…
As A Man Is
As a man is, so he sees. — William Blake. I am sure Blake is also speaking of women in his famous quote. If we are always seeing the dark side, the worst outcome, or disaster, then more than likely we are dark in all aspects of our life. I’ve known people like that, and I…
I Will Strive
I will strive to follow a blameless life. – Psalm 101:2. I believe the key words here are “I will strive.” None of us accomplish the goal of a blameless life, a life without sin, or day without a mistake. But I do believe that most of us do “strive.” One of the overarching stories of…
They Left Everything
…they left everything and followed him. — Luke 5:11. Can you imagine coming home one evening and saying, “Honey, I love you, but I’ve decided to walk the countryside with a group of friends for the next three years.” I can assure you it wouldn’t have gone over very well in my house. I also read…