Denial refuses to acknowledge that there is a problem
Wisdom endeavors to see a problem for what it is
Fear magnifies and exaggerates a problem
Denial rationalizes inaction
Wisdom pursues prudent action
Fear produces over-reaction
Denial breeds apathy
Wisdom breeds contemplation
Fear breeds panic
Denial fights to maintain the status quo
Wisdom seeks a measured response
Fear makes a bad situation worse
Denial is emboldened by a stubborn will
Wisdom is empowered by a peaceful mind
Fear is fueled by a fruitful imagination
Denial results in complacency
Wisdom looks toward hope
Fear leads to desperation
God grant us the strength & wisdom to grab ahold
of the things you’ve placed in our hands
And grant us the faith & hope to trust You
for the things that are beyond our reach
And Lord, please give us the discernment to
recognize the difference between the two
Thought for the Day – Symphony
Posted in Commentaries, Thought for the Day / Quotes, tagged cooperation, increased dialogue, unity on February 18, 2020| 2 Comments »
The members of an orchestra don’t come together by taking their cues from each other, they do so by fixing their eyes on a singular person and responding to the promptings of that Conductor. And so it is with the Body of Christ. We will not achieve genuine unity through increased dialogue or simple cooperation. It will only happen when we collectively succumb to the guidance of the One, who is the Author and Finisher of our faith.
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