Unity

I believe that unity begins within the family.  If one cannot maintain harmony at home, it is difficult to govern or protect a community.  The challenges faced in California are mirrored in many parts of the world; the United States is not alone in addressing the issue of deporting those who have violated the law.  This morning, while reflecting with gratitude, a thought occurred to me. The most significant threat to our nation may be the influx of illegal drugs and powerful drug traffickers, who are causing immense harm. It is concerning that there seems to be a passive acceptance of those who have broken the law.  Some individuals have previously proclaimed that “no one is above the law,” yet it appears there is a double standard regarding the legal status of those residing in the U.S. illegally.  The consequences may not be fully realized until it directly impacts oneself or loved ones.  I understand this is merely my personal perspective, and everyone is entitled to their own opinion. -CM

Wednesday

God says to us today, “I have chosen you, for you are mine, because you did not choose me. But the way I will truly know that you have chosen me, too, will be through a choice from your heart. The day that I know you have chosen me will be the day that you have accepted my Son, Christ, who came to the world to die for you and called us his friends. Start by picking up your cross, by accepting, believing, and following him, for he is the light of God, through whom we may call ‘Abba.’🙏✝️ #Faith #Love #God #Christ #Sacrifice #Heart #Choice #Abba -CM

The World Is Not

The world is not ruled by shame; only some believe it is. If you lack belief, then you believe you should be ashamed of yourself or the world. If we truly understood why God gave us only one heart, and two or more of everything else, we would honestly stop the self-shame and self-hatred. The more you keep hatred in your hearts, the more you will lack in your life. Forgiveness goes a long way, and then you would truly understand why Jesus picked up his cross and died for our sins so that we should never be ashamed of who we are. We must understand that because we live on Earth, nothing is promised here; therefore, we must fix our hearts and treasure in heaven, for we shall all be together with God in paradise.-CM