Heard an interesting homily from Fr Ivan in Orlando on Sunday. He stated that ultimately we have to make a choice; either for God or not. If we say we chose God then we should act like it. It reminded me of one of my favorite Lao Tzu quotes.
Much to my chagrin I recently found out this isn't from Lao Tzu but from an Episcopalian bishop from Georgia who lived at the end of the 19th century named Rev John Beckwith. It does line up well with Lao except maybe for the destiny part. So Rev Beckwith I want to give you your credit.
Regardless of its origin, the thoughts here are profound. Our thoughts and words, which we think don't mean much, become our habits and ultimately how we live our life. Wow; simple but makes so much sense.
So I need to be more cognizant of my thoughts and words if I want to set my own destiny. Otherwise I might end up acting and being who I don't truely want to be.
Pax
Joe
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