Do you feel lonely? Often in our daily activities and pursuits many of us feel imposed into a box of desertion. This happens often in our good deeds. Yet, it also happens during the wages of sin. Where does this feeling come from? Who authors such abandonment of spirit? It is a big problem which can lead to the disestablishment of the family, skewed lifestyles and even death. I am not a doctor or even someone schooled in such a field of psychology. Perhaps this makes me all the more qualified to contemplate the mindset and state of man.
I'd like to break it down into varied areas which this occurs. Starting with deeds that you enact for the benefit of others. Serving your fellow man is of utmost quality and is the greatest means of building ones integrity, charity, understanding and pure love. However, a correct and stable mind is essential in allowing your spirit to reap that light which prevents that isolation and loneliness which may come. Envy and jealousy is a rampant disease which caps one's own potential and happiness. You may see others prospering and being productive in their good works. Unfortunately this may give the false reasoning to endeavor is good works yourself. Competing with the character and seeming blessings of another man is not good, and all subsequent works that you do will be tainted and stained with your own fingerprints. It is an eternal truth that your works rooted in envy and jealousy will always leave you bitter and feeling forsaken. Envy and jealousy will also leave you focusing on your own rewards as you engage in the service of others.
A growing mind, a stable mind, will always strive in good works for the temporal and spiritual well-being of others. It is to look upon the fatherless, the widow, the homeless and sick and feel in your soul that longing to provide relief. It is that prompting from that unseen power that brings you into fields of choices (your agency to choose) whereby you may serve. A proper heart and mind will always strive in a path of selfless service. When you extend a hand to the downtrodden without thought of self or reward - that is where the blessings flow.
This is the little known silent truth that should resound in the familiar heart of man:
There is a self-imposed emptiness in sin. There has only been one perfect Man to walk the earth. That is by design and equally by design that all other men are flawed and subject to sin and correction. When we do engage in sin or ill-will against another it is most often done in secret dark erroneous shadows. We wallow in the prideful nature of deceit and ugly masks. Your endeavors may offer you the view of success and satisfaction but it is always a far cry from legitimate happiness and fulfillment. To entice and drag you through the depths of despair is the mission of the adversary and his legions of imps. That is part of the reason why they were cast down forever disembodied. Yet, like cowards they will always veil your eyes with the illusion of success but leave you utterly abandoned when the curtain surely falls.
Interestingly, this path does leave you restricted in liberty and your choices continually become few. This funneled outlook is contrary to the unlimited potential design of the human spirit. Of course, engaging in sin will leave you utterly alone and feeling forsaken. The key is at the start of each decision you make.
It is so important to feel inclusive with your fellow man. We are created not to be alone, yet stand alone when occasion warrants it. We are a community of beings inclined to progress as a team with a common cause or goal. The choices we make every moment of the day dictate our place in that journey. The key to not feeling alone is literally in your choices. Make healthy choices designed in interaction with others, genuineness of spirit and selfless service.
Don't be afraid to self correct at the first sign of your choices being restricted. That is a giveaway that you may be under adverse conditions. Refrain from daily habits that degrade or attempt to degrade your senses. Always walk in the light of uplifting information and interaction. Think big in your positive effectiveness in the world.
Last but not least always know that you are a son or daughter of the Most High. Whatever God you figure that power to be, that enables you as a potential prince or princess, a king or queen. All based on your choices. The accountability thereof will be your reward or downfall. There is no loneliness but what we make. Know your potential, walk the path and you will find yourself in the company of concourses of angels and friends.
I'd like to break it down into varied areas which this occurs. Starting with deeds that you enact for the benefit of others. Serving your fellow man is of utmost quality and is the greatest means of building ones integrity, charity, understanding and pure love. However, a correct and stable mind is essential in allowing your spirit to reap that light which prevents that isolation and loneliness which may come. Envy and jealousy is a rampant disease which caps one's own potential and happiness. You may see others prospering and being productive in their good works. Unfortunately this may give the false reasoning to endeavor is good works yourself. Competing with the character and seeming blessings of another man is not good, and all subsequent works that you do will be tainted and stained with your own fingerprints. It is an eternal truth that your works rooted in envy and jealousy will always leave you bitter and feeling forsaken. Envy and jealousy will also leave you focusing on your own rewards as you engage in the service of others.
A growing mind, a stable mind, will always strive in good works for the temporal and spiritual well-being of others. It is to look upon the fatherless, the widow, the homeless and sick and feel in your soul that longing to provide relief. It is that prompting from that unseen power that brings you into fields of choices (your agency to choose) whereby you may serve. A proper heart and mind will always strive in a path of selfless service. When you extend a hand to the downtrodden without thought of self or reward - that is where the blessings flow.
This is the little known silent truth that should resound in the familiar heart of man:
Spending your life in the selfless service of others magnifies and expands your liberties and choices - which ultimately leads to true happiness.
Understand from your reading so far that your happiness and favor in the sight of your own God depends on your intent of service. For the Christian the following passage from Deuteronomy 6:5 clearly states that your whole being must be turned toward God and his will, not yours.
"And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might."
Yes, at times this may leave you feeling rather alone as far as with other men is concerned. They may scoff, point and even persecute you for your good works. Yet, your proper service may leave you in your sweet solitude with your own Maker who comforts all hearts. This is where your integrity is. This is where your happiness is. You've exercised selfless service and walked into fields of liberty. Now, you are truly not alone.
There is a self-imposed emptiness in sin. There has only been one perfect Man to walk the earth. That is by design and equally by design that all other men are flawed and subject to sin and correction. When we do engage in sin or ill-will against another it is most often done in secret dark erroneous shadows. We wallow in the prideful nature of deceit and ugly masks. Your endeavors may offer you the view of success and satisfaction but it is always a far cry from legitimate happiness and fulfillment. To entice and drag you through the depths of despair is the mission of the adversary and his legions of imps. That is part of the reason why they were cast down forever disembodied. Yet, like cowards they will always veil your eyes with the illusion of success but leave you utterly abandoned when the curtain surely falls.
Interestingly, this path does leave you restricted in liberty and your choices continually become few. This funneled outlook is contrary to the unlimited potential design of the human spirit. Of course, engaging in sin will leave you utterly alone and feeling forsaken. The key is at the start of each decision you make.
It is so important to feel inclusive with your fellow man. We are created not to be alone, yet stand alone when occasion warrants it. We are a community of beings inclined to progress as a team with a common cause or goal. The choices we make every moment of the day dictate our place in that journey. The key to not feeling alone is literally in your choices. Make healthy choices designed in interaction with others, genuineness of spirit and selfless service.
Don't be afraid to self correct at the first sign of your choices being restricted. That is a giveaway that you may be under adverse conditions. Refrain from daily habits that degrade or attempt to degrade your senses. Always walk in the light of uplifting information and interaction. Think big in your positive effectiveness in the world.
Last but not least always know that you are a son or daughter of the Most High. Whatever God you figure that power to be, that enables you as a potential prince or princess, a king or queen. All based on your choices. The accountability thereof will be your reward or downfall. There is no loneliness but what we make. Know your potential, walk the path and you will find yourself in the company of concourses of angels and friends.
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