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Abraham Joshua Heschel Remember that there is a meaning beyond absurdity. Be sure that every little deed counts, that every word has power. Never forget that you can still do your share to redeem the world in spite of all absurdities and frustrations and disappointments.
If I had my life to live over
IF I HAD MY LIFE TO LIVE OVER – by Erma Bombeck (written after she found out she was dying from cancer.) I would have gone to bed when I was sick instead of pretending the earth would go into a holding pattern if I weren’t there for the day. I would have burned the […]
I wish you enough
Recently, I overheard a mother and daughter in their last moments together at the airport as the daughter’s departure had been announced. Standing near the security gate, they hugged and the mother said, “I love you and I wish you enough.” The daughter replied, “Mom, our life together has been more than enough. Your love […]
Living with Fear
“To live with the conscious knowledge of the shadow of uncertainty, with the knowledge that disaster or tragedy could strike at any time; to be afraid and to know and acknowledge your fear, and still to live creatively and with unstinting love: that is to live with grace.” Peter Abrahams
Look Up
. BUZZARD If you put a buzzard in a pen that is 6 feet by 8 feet and is entirely open at the top, the bird, in spite of its ability to fly, will be an absolute prisoner. The reason is that a buzzard always begins a flight from the ground with a run of […]
Enneagram – in brief
The Nine Types in Brief Type One The Reformer The principled, idealistic type. Ones are conscientious and ethical, with a strong sense of right and wrong. They are teachers, crusaders, and advocates for change: always striving to improve things, but afraid of making a mistake. Well-organized, orderly, and fastidious, they try to maintain high standards, […]
Charles Schultz Philosophy
The following is the philosophy of Charles Schultz, the creator of the “Peanuts” comic strip. You don’t have to actually answer the questions. Just read the e-mail straight through, and you’ll get the point. 1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world. 2. Name the last five Heisman trophy winners. 3. Name the last […]
Natural Highs
Think about these one at a time BEFORE going on to the next one… IT DOES MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD, especially the thought at the end. NATURAL HIGHS 1. Being in love. 2. Laughing so hard your face hurts. 3. A hot shower. 4. No queues at the supermarket. 5. Taking a drive on a […]
Health Matters: Mercury Poisoning
(Mike’s an Australian Baptist pastor) Just a few days ago I made a very exciting discovery. It comes after 14 years of physical pain and mental confusion, and in answer to the prayers of many for the wisdom of God. I have severe mercury poisoning! I know it doesn’t sound like something to celebrate, but […]
Success?
When Mother Teresa visited Ethiopia in a time of terrible drought and famine, she was caring for the needy, blessing dying children. death was everywhere. A reporter asked if she didn’t get discouraged seeing so many people die day after day despite her efforts to help them. She replied: ‘We are not here to be […]
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