No matter what reasons we give for not being generous ("that's just how the world works"..."if I don't take it someone else will"..."no one else will help me"..."I need to prepare for the worst"..."I'm just being realistic"...) every excuse boils down to one core issue…
Read MoreIn general, most people would agree that the reality of death sucks. It is everywhere and influences all things. Everything is breaking down, and the reality of our death "one day" has a huge effect on our quality of life because of what that impending reality evokes within us.
Read MoreWhen it comes to issue of vaccines (or any other pandemic decision) the answer is not about what we fear more, or how we feel about being told what to do, or even whether we trust the science / government that has brought about current restrictions. Rather, the question is, "How can I best love God and best love the people around me as I go through this pandemic?"
Read MoreWhat memories and emotions do you connect with Christmas? Chances are they are likely on the "warm and fuzzy" side of things - carols, family, gifts, fireplaces, smiles, laughter, etc. These are all great feelings, and most others would feel a level of kinship with you and your feelings around Christmas.
Most others, that is, except for those who were actually in the original Christmas story.
Read MoreFUD is a common acronym for "fear, uncertainty, and doubt." Whenever FUD is on the rise, people's mental wellness usually drops. The future becomes even more unknown, we lose a sense of control over our own destiny, and that causes us anxiety which may also cause us to tightly grasp the little things we can control (like how much toilet paper is in our house).
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