December 11, 2004

• A friend of mine warned me yesterday that I’ve been getting quite preachy lately… and it drives people crazy sometimes… ha ha ha… it’s good to hear straight forward honesty cause it really does help me keep things in perspective.  I know many of us are afraid to speak truthfully sometimes because we don’t want to hurt the people in our lives… but think about the detrimental effects that occurs when you let that brother or sister continue their mistakes.  This friend says “just listen” when people are venting… not offer more advice or preach… Well, that’s a good reminder as well a good advice.  I am truly grateful and thankful, my friend.

  
  

  Often, I’d like to think that I can do just as well on my own with my own thoughts and judgment, but reality and experience says… “NOPE!”  I’m just too close to myself to see things clearly… it’s a wonder even lawyers hire other lawyers to take care of their case.

  
  

  It saddens me to think of people who live without much contact or accountability, especially the kind of accountability that exists in the Christian community… although, not always at its best, I wouldn’t trade it for any other.  It’s a work in progress… you can contribute positively or you’re already taking away from it. If not for God, you are already against Him.

  
  

  Imagine life without Christ… I shudder at the thought…

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