Tag Archives: Discipline

Power and Authority, Love and Service

Posted on September 25, 2013 by Spirit Moments

When given or vested with power and authority, the usual tendency of many people is to use these to dominate and control others. And often, there will be those who would use these for their own personal benefit. I am … Continue reading →

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We Are All Bound Together In a Common Core

Posted on September 16, 2013 by Spirit Moments

It is very disheartening for me to see how some people whose being a Christian is so public and visible to be embroiled in something so unchristian and downright immoral. I am thinking of (and praying for) our leaders and … Continue reading →

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Proactivity and Prayer

Posted on September 10, 2013 by Spirit Moments

One of the valuable lessons I have learned from Stephen Covey is the practice of proactivity – the ability to put a space between the stimulus and the actions I take. The best way to exercise proactivity, I have learned, … Continue reading →

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Life Is About Choices

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Spirit Moments

Most of my life, I had dreams of doing great things, doing my share in changing the world, turning around organizations and institutions, inspiring individuals to becomes better. I realize now how pretentious and prideful those dreams are. The world … Continue reading →

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My Life As A Stalagmite

Posted on September 8, 2013 by Spirit Moments

Stalagmites are formed by the constant dripping of countless water droplets rich in minerals from the ceilings to the floors in caverns. They are formed in the silence and the darkness, deep in the bowels of the earth. Droppings, darkness, … Continue reading →

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Perfect Combinations

Posted on September 6, 2013 by Spirit Moments

There are certain things in life that do not just go together, like oil and water never mix. But there are also certain things that, as we struggle through life, seem to go naturally together, like blood sweat and tears. … Continue reading →

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Demons and Angels

Posted on September 3, 2013 by Spirit Moments

Demons and angels are often thought of as myths and old stories in today’s advanced and highly technological world. But are they? Or are they for real? A despotic leader uses chemical weapons on his own people and in the … Continue reading →

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Love Not Possible Without Faith

Posted on August 25, 2013 by Spirit Moments

Love literally makes my living worthwhile. But, I can love only because I believe. I stand in awe at the majesty and grandeur of nature and I am overcome by the presence of a Creator I cannot fully know nor … Continue reading →

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Envy

Posted on August 21, 2013 by Spirit Moments

Envy is the feeling of discontent or covetousness with regard to other’s advantages, success, possessions, achievements, talents, etc. It often leads to other negative feelings like anger, resentment, inadequacy, helplessness and disgust. It is one of the most potent causes … Continue reading →

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Will Our Leaders Surprise Us and Do the Right Thing This Time?

Posted on August 12, 2013 by Spirit Moments

As soon as men started living together in groups and then in communities, I am pretty sure they shared most everything in common. The idea of private property must have come very much later in man’s history. The idea of … Continue reading →

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