No labor, however humble, is dishonoring. — The Talmud The saints and other individuals that many of us admire have one thing in common. Gandhi, Mother Teresa, St. Francis, etc. never believed that a task was beneath them, especially when it came to helping others. I am confident that each of us has a task…
Opportunity
Over the years, I have talked a lot about how tragedy can be an opportunity, but I don’t think I’ve ever pointed out that it is also an opportunity for God. First, we recognize that we need help. Whether it is a sickness, a weakness, or circumstance that seems unsolvable, we need to recognize…
Self-Discipline — With A Little Help
At some point, and today can be that point, we can decide to live the way we believe God wants us to live, no matter how others may react. When I refer to others I don’t just mean other people. I am also referring to our resentments, hates, fears, and pride — they have…
Patience
There is no evil like hatred. And no fortitude like patience. –Santideva, “Bodhicaryavatara” I work hard at keeping the “hate” word out of my language. It slips on occasion when the discussion turns to Brussel Sprouts, but it really has no place in our vocabulary, especially when we are talking about other human beings.…