Each time we show another human being kindness or charity without any thought of gain for ourselves, we become--if not the right arm of our savior--some small extension of God.
No one likes to be locked up or imprisoned. None of us is happy in a cell, be it one of our own making or sone constructed for us by an enemy. But it is useless to continuously mistrust people, letting ill-will, cynicism, or non-constructive thoughts clutter up our thinking. Suspicion and envy can be a cell without a padlock. Turning the other cheek is not only less difficult than most of us suspect it to be, but it is one of the easiest ways to feel good about ourselves.
Resolution 1: Out of the sad mistaken belief that as a man I must behave as all men do, I've turned my back a time too often. God, help me keep a resolution that I make today: Not to walk head high past someone I can help.
Those who travel gentle in the world are seldom recognized as gentlemen by others. It matters not, for gentleness toward another human being is the thin line between success and failure for each of us.
3 comments:
I just love coming here. I'm sure I've said that over and over but you remind me to think and ponder about positive things......I forget sometimes but you're here. Thank you.
Rod McKuen is awesome. His love for others touched the core of me many years ago. Much of what he said, I carried in my pocket..still do. Thanks for this wonderful surprise. Barb
I remember this guy...great quotes!
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