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…
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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.…
Experience
To know the road ahead, ask those coming back. — Chinese Proverb Lent and Easter Day are over for another year and during this Easter season we find ourselves wondering what do to do with all these good habits and knowledge we have obtained. How do we continue to grow in our faith? The Chinese…