Posts Tagged ‘morale’

Is it ok for poor to shoplift?

Friday, December 25th, 2009
A priest said during a preach that it’s ok for poor people to shoplift as the less of greater evils. It has attracted a lot of attention.

I would salute the priest for his understanding and compassionate heart. As Christians we’re called to stand on the side of poor people. And that desperate situations can drive people to do things they normally would not do, we all can understand.

However I do not agree with the priest’s message. I believe God both understands and, if repented, are quick to forgive shoplifting. But it is still wrong.

I might be naive. However I believe in the life of the Spirit and integrity. I believe that if we chose to live in the Spirit and live by integrity, God will always provide a way for us to stand tall. It will not be easy. We will face many difficult choices. But there will always be a way of righteousness and integrity.

Moreover Jesus gave clear promises to those that chose to give all for the Kingdom of God. He promised that God will provide for those that seek Him first. Those that set their sole Hope to the King, will not perish.

The priest did good by showing compassion. And we should also not be quick to judge people that in their desperate situations find it necessary to shoplift. However as priests we should always point to the Hope of Jesus and His promises to us.

I know He provides, because I experience it every day.

Article: Priest in Britain Advises Congregation to Shoplift (Fox news)

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Your character is there for the bad times

Sunday, November 8th, 2009
Everybody can manage to do the right thing when life is in a positive flow. However during bad times it’s tempting to take the easier path and leave good morale to someone else.

It’s during those times you need a good character. A good character produce good fruit also during trial and uphill battle.

When you feel really down, and yet another bad things happen. Then you need good character to make the right and though decission. You need a heart that force you to not lower your standards. A heart that do not fail, even you just want to not care, and look the other way.

The foundation for good character comes from investing in seeds of Kingdom in your heart. It can be done anytime. However it’s most easy during good times, when you have greater freedom. Good seeds are spending time close to the Kingdom and let it influence you. Good seeds are feeding your mind with good thoughts and actions.

Those seeds will produce more frequent Kingdom actions, leading to good habits. Eventially those Kingdom habits will become a part of your character, and produce good fruit, not matter your circumstances.

I learned this by experience today. Invest in your character. Plant good seeds today.

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