Monday; September 8
Have you noticed how easy it is to say we just need to love one another? In all honesty, the key to a better world for all of us is simply to love our neighbor. If the answer is so straightforward, why aren’t we doing it? I think the answer is that love is hard. Love is such a fun word, filled with all kinds of positive imagery – but it takes a major commitment and a lot of effort. Love requires forgiveness, respect, tolerance, wisdom, understanding and a lot of other concepts that demand personal surrender and sacrifice. When it works, it can be fun and rewarding, but getting to that point takes a lot of patience, purpose and persistence. Now, having said all that, I still believe the key to an abundant life and advanced society is love. Do we really want to have a more fulfilling life? Do we really want a safer and more affirming community? Then let’s make it a point to seek the best for each other and demonstrate love. ...