We live in a society of little or no restraints. Its philosophy is, “If it feels good, do it.” In diametric opposition, temperance is self-control. It is an outward sign of a disciplined life which reveals the motive of the soul. We can plan our actions, but […]
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22
Sep
2021
Temperance is the Self-Control of Life
19
Aug
2020
Patience is the Trial of Life
We live in an age of instant gratification. We have instant potatoes, instant rice, and instant pudding which actually isn’t bad. However, I remember the days of hand-cranked homemade ice cream. I would watch the salt melt the ice on the outside and imagine the taste of […]
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03
Oct
2018
Fasting is the Self-denial of Life
Why in the world would anyone want to fast? I am so glad you asked. There are many benefits to fasting. Believe it or not, a fast under a doctor’s supervision, using wisdom, and the right conditions is a very good way to rid your physical body […]
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08
Nov
2017
Co-dependency is the Enablement of Life
Co-dependency is the contemporary term used to define an age-old problem. It is assuming responsibility for the dysfunctional conduct of another person. People, who have been victims themselves, usually feel that anything that goes wrong is their fault. If you take the blame, you will automatically think […]
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21
Dec
2016
Budgeting is the Stewardship of Life
Budgeting your finances is the process of realistically balancing your lifestyle and cost of living with your actual income. Escalating interest rates due to excessive use of credit inevitably creates financial stress and disaster. Someone said, “If my income keeps exceeding my out-go, my up-keep is going […]
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28
Sep
2016
Fasting is the Self-denial of Life
Why in the world would anyone want to fast? I am so glad you asked. There are many benefits to fasting. Believe it or not, a fast under a doctor’s supervision, using wisdom, and the right conditions is a very good way to rid your physical body […]
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21
Oct
2015
Etiquette is the Formality of Life
Etiquette is the rules and formality regarding manners that have been established as an unofficial requirement in our society. They apply to everything from table manners to the customs and traditions practiced in specific geographical locations. To be successful, we need to understand what is socially and […]
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22
Apr
2015
Purity is the Portal of Life
When you think of purity, what is the first word that comes to your mind? When I asked myself that question, I thought of the word, flawless. Purity is the quality or state of being free from blemish, mixture, pollution, or other foreign elements. Jesus said, “Blessed […]
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27
Nov
2013
Narcissism is the Self-Centeredness of Life
Narcissism is an “everything in life is about me” syndrome. Have you ever known people to whom you wouldn’t dare ask how they are feeling, because you know they will respond with a detailed organ recital of all their aches and pains for the past fifty years? […]
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17
Apr
2013
Accountability is the Management of Life
Accountability is a system of checks and balances. Someone said, “You can only expect what you inspect.” That is management! You can only improve yourself when you remove the fear of outside input. Accountability is the ability to submit yourself to someone else’s instruction and scrutiny. Accountability […]
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