Tag Archives: Compassion
Fulfillment
The sun may seem to be but one ordinary star in the entire universe but it gives out light and energy and makes life possible on earth. The passing of the seasons may be simply due to to the earth … Continue reading
Parables and Stories
People love stories. We remember things, events and ideas better when we are told stories about them rather than just being simply told about an idea, a thing or an event. Jesus couched most of what He taught us in … Continue reading
Posted in Encounter, Identity, Life, Presence
Tagged Beginnings, Compassion, Serendipity
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Spiritual Blindness
Often, I see but do not understand; I hear but I do not listen. I am blinded by scales in my eyes. The scales of my pride and prejudices, of my weakness and sinfulness, of my biases and banality. I … Continue reading
When Will We Ever Learn?
Today, I pray for all the victims of war and violence in the world. What is happening in Syria and Iraq may seem a world away from where I am. But anything that happens in our global village affects me. … Continue reading
Making A Difference, One Small Change At A Time
Two workers at a construction site were asked the same question, “What are you doing here?” One answered, “I am digging a trench and will lay down bricks in it afterwards.” The other one said, “I am helping build a … Continue reading
Posted in Discipleship, Photography, The Good News
Tagged Blessings, Change, Compassion, Contribution, Doing good, Generosity
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Life is One Insoluble Puzzle
We know what is good for us. These are the deep longings in our hearts. Love, peace, compassion, brotherhood. Yet, we end up doing the opposite. Wars, violence, conquest, oppression. Many in the West are spurred by greed and selfishness. … Continue reading
Posted in Evil, Mystery
Tagged Compassion, Doing good, Forgiveness, Justice, Poetry
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Redemption
Why is there so much anger and hatred in the world? What kind of minds would kill helpless and innocent people and then shout to the world that they are doing this in the name of the god they worship? … Continue reading
Posted in Discipleship, Relationships
Tagged Change, Compassion, Hope, Sadness
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Forgiveness
In the past days, people have been saddened by the death of Robin Williams. Both mainstream and social media are replete with stories about him: how he has brought laughter, joy and inspiration to millions through his movies and TV … Continue reading
Posted in Character, Evil, Friendship, Identity, Life
Tagged Choice, Compassion, Forgiveness, Gratitude, joy, Uniqueness
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Love in Ordinary Times
I choose to see all the love around me. A son, burdened by his own personal concerns and anxieties, reaches out to a parent and checks out on how the parent is doing. He stays with him. A parent, caring … Continue reading
Posted in Character, Generosity, Love
Tagged Compassion, Suffering
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