“A man without self-control is like a city broken into and left without walls.” Proverbs 25:28 Gichin Funakoshi, the famed father of modern karate, repeatedly pointed out that the first purpose in pursuing a martial art is the nurturing of a sublime spirit and a spirit… Continue Reading “Meditation of the Week – Self Control”
Obedience can be a difficult obligation. Still, there is great respect and humility in obedience. These are the virtues we are called to demonstrate to the world around us. The writer of the New Testament book of Hebrews said, “Have confidence in your leaders… Continue Reading “Meditation of the Week: Obedience”
Respect values the dignity and contribution of another person. No team, family, organization, or relationship can last the test of time without respect. “So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them” Jesus, Matthew 7:12 Many of us know this… Continue Reading “Meditation of the Week: Respect”
Perseverance, essential to life, means we don’t give up. We don’t stop. We keep placing one foot in front of another. We finish the race laid before us. We continue the journey – even when you face difficult and seemingly insurmountable challenges. The Bible… Continue Reading “Meditation of the Week: Perseverance”
The idea of concentration is to devote your attention, thought, and focus toward an activity or subject. However, be aware of what you allow to gain your concentration. You will respond to what you focus on. It takes a great deal of concentration… Continue Reading “Meditation of the Week: Concentration”