What if you were chosen to receive a distinguished honor? And what if that honor was to be bestowed to you by a person or group that you greatly admire, making the honor that much more meaningful to you? But, what if they placed some requirements upon you that you didn’t really care for, likeContinue reading “Receiving Honor”
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There Is No Distinction Among Us
Love Received, Love to Give
Among material things, we cannot give what we have not received. You cannot give away a cup of sugar to a neighbor, without somehow receiving sugar from which you can give. While that applies materially, we can give from our heart without first receiving. For instance, you can give a kindness to a stranger, withoutContinue reading “Love Received, Love to Give”
If God So Loved Us
Right Advocate
Suppose you are in court as the defendant on several serious charges against you. You have hired a lawyer who, although unorthodox, has a perfect record as an advocate for his clients. The problem, however, is that you did commit the crimes and the evidence of your guilt is overwhelming and can’t be denied. AtContinue reading “Right Advocate”
Reluctant Retiree 