Two Vitally Important Commitments To Self-Improvement
On our journey to self-improvement and thus, a more secure state of happiness, we often seek out tools and resources to help us achieve our goals. Among those resources we draw from, is often a particular affirmation or commitment. Continue reading “Two Vitally Important Commitments To Self-Improvement”
Hypocrisy can be a galling trait — when someone exhibits hypocrisy, its bad enough, but when its pathological, it is exasperating. Hypocrisy abounds these days and Christians know this all to well.
One of the greatest sources for inspiration and hope, is of course the Bible. I say “one of,” but its really the greatest source for teachings and lessons that uplift and fortify us. The Beatitudes is one of my favorites.
I love a good quote! Sometimes we read something and we immediately have that epiphany moment when it makes total sense and our inspiration starts to flow. A good quote should be appreciated!
Becoming a more positive and happy person does take effort, but anyone who has made this transformative journey, knows the rewards far outweigh the work. And finding sources of positivity is a crucial aspect.
How we say something is often as important as what we say. Tone of voice and facial expression matter and sometimes, we inadvertently take away from the true meaning of what we say.
“The meek shall inherit the earth.” This fact from Jesus’s Sermon on the Mount is often ignored — typically by bullies and despots. Its most unfortunate that people don’t realize just how important this statement is.
Another new year is dawning upon us and with it comes fresh and exciting opportunities — chances to realize our hopes and dreams abound and its up to us to make the most of this opportunity.
Some Christians have elevated themselves and believe that God needs our help and that somehow, our Almighty Creator is reliant upon us. This of course is not true and its the other way around. The expression “good intentions” comes to mind on this matter.
Is cruelty now the new norm? Has America, which was once called “a shining beacon on a hill,” lost that honor? What has happened to our sense of fairness and compassion? These questions should concern all of us.