LIFE...

I woke up very early this morning say about 4am, and after my morning devotion this question kept creeping through my mind, "If Man was created in God's image, and if all men are created equal, why do people treat each other so badly?"

After pondering on it for some time, it became clearer to me that each person who enters our life has a unique lesson to teach us. It is only through these lessons that we learn about life, people and our relationship with God.

"When someone lies to you, it teaches you that things are not always what they seem. The
truth is often far beneath the surface.

Look beyond the masks people wear if you want to know what is in their hearts.

Remove your own masks to let people know who you really are.

When someone steals from you it teaches you that nothing is forever. Always appreciate what you have. You never know when you might lose it.
Never take your friends or family for granted, because today and sometimes only this very moment is the only guarantee you may have.

When someone inflicts injury upon you, it teaches you that the human state is a very fragile one. Protect and take care of your body as best as you can, it's the one thing that you are sure to have forever.

When someone mocks you, it teaches you that no two people are alike. When you encounter people who are different from you, do not judge them by how they look or act, instead base it on the contents of what is in their hearts.

When someone breaks your heart, it teaches you that loving someone does not always mean that the person will love you back. But don't turn your back on love, because when you find the right person, the joy that one person brings you will make up for all of your past hurts a
thousand times fold.

When someone holds a grudge against you, it teaches you that everyone makes mistakes. When you are wronged, the most virtuous thing you can do is forgive the offender without pretense. Forgiving those who have hurt us is often the most difficult and painful of life's experiences, but it is also the most courageous thing a person can do.

When a loved one is unfaithful to you, it teaches you that resisting temptation is Man's greatest challenge. Be vigilant in your resistance against all temptations. By doing so, you will be rewarded with an enduring sense of satisfaction far greater than the temporary pleasure by which you were tempted.

It is a Lovely day full of great possibilities, so go out there and make it count.

Remember your RESPONDING TO LIFE positively, makes the difference!!!

Cheers.