I wish that I was a more courageous person. I do think that most of us are more courageous than we realize and when we need to be we find the strength we nee.
The garage door was open and Haiti started barking at the kitchen door that opens to the garage. I listened and I thought I too heard something. I cautiously looked out the dining room window wondering what strange person or animal could be in there. It was certainly bigger than a mouse.
I see our friend Glen peeking out the door checking to see where the dog was with the big ferrous bark!
Biblical faith should demand courage according to Rabbi Jonathan Sacks.
"In Judaism faith is not acceptance but protest against the world that is, in the name of the world that is not yet but out to be. Faith lies not in the answers but in the questions.
Biblical faith is difficult and at times almost impossible to understand. Three religions; Christianity and Islam and Judaism have very different views. Even in these faiths there are different opinions.
God in creating humanity has also empowered it. Moses was called to be a fighter against injustice. Looking at Judaism as a religion of sacred discontent in the stories about Abraham, Moses, Amos and Isaiah, and seeing how they fought for human dignity and justice. They argued with the kings and priests of the day. They were men of courage but not perfect.
This fall our study group will be reading about women of faith and courage.
We had a change of plans on Thursday and went out to lunch with Jane and Geof to celebrate a future event. It has been a week of catching up with old friends which is very good.
3 comments:
I saw Jane & Geof this morning & they mentioned having lunch with you today - at Northview! Dave & I had lunch there a couple of months ago. The flowers, hanging baskets & water fountains were all so beautiful! I hope you all had a super time (possibly celebrating your upcoming anniversary??)!
Love, Lee
Yes Lee we had a lovely time because it is a beautiful place and with such good company. I would say I admire Jane for her courage and her sense of humor.
Yes we were celebrating our friendship as well as our anniversary.
Love beth
ahaha.....an upcoming anniversary! How many years will it be, Beth? The place you had lunch with your friends sounds very lovely.
We will celebrate our 55th anniversary in October. It sure doesn't feel like it has been that long.
Courage....well you are well guarded with Haiti....dogs are always the first to sound the alarm when someone or something is around the house. We hired a local fellow to cut down all trees and brush from around the chain link fence, so we can see what is on the other side. The wolves have taken another family dog, a shepherd. We are vigilant, especially when it is dark.
Today is a beautiful autumn day with a brilliant blue sky, not a cloud in sight.
Have a wonderful day,
Love, Nancy
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