Beware of an overconcern for money, or position, or glory. Someday you will meet a man who cares for none of these things. Then you will know how poor you are. RUDYARD KIPLING
Likewise, exhort the young men to be sober-minded, in all things showing yourself to be a pattern of good works; in doctrine showing integrity, reverence, incorruptibility, sound speech that cannot be condemned, that one who is an opponent may be ashamed, having nothing evil to say of you. TITUS 2:6-8 NJKV
The apostle Paul in writing to Titus is explaining the duties of a minister, and he is also encouraging him to work with the younger people. Titus and Paul were from different worlds, but still they found a common bond in their Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Titus was born a Gentile, he was a Greek, and Paul was a Jew of the sect of the Pharisees, and was a Roman citizen. They were different, but the same. I see Paul as a mentor to several younger men and in turn he encourages them to be mentors to others. In this day and age it is difficult to allow someone to help us. We have been taught in some ways that it is a sign of weakness to receive help, and out pride we refuse help because we dont think we need it. As little children we are rewarded for being big enough to do things on our own. Things like being potty trained; feeding ourselves, walking, riding bikes, and so on. Then as we grow older we are given responsibilities like mowing the yard, doing dishes, doing our own laundry, and our homework from school. As young adults the concept of doing for ourselves is ingrained into our way of thinking, and the idea of having a mentor is not really encouraged. In many professions we find apprenticeships that instruct on the knowledge and skills needed for those professions, but they do not deal with principles like integrity, reverence, and incorruptibility. The Promise Keepers movement in this country helped to encourage accountability. We all could use the benefits of having someone work with us and we in turn having someone to work with. I am so grateful for the program of Alcoholics Anonymous, which has taught me to trust another person, so that I can be honest. When I trust someone and I am able to communicate what is going on in my life, I find myself being honest with myself, and when I am honest with myself it is like having a new pair of glasses. May I always reach up, and out. God is doing for me what I could not do for myself .JRE
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Come now, little man! Flee for a while from your tasks, hide yourself for a little space from the turmoil of your thoughts. Come, cast aside your laborious pursuits. For a little while give your time to God, and rest in Him for a little while. Enter into the inner chamber of your mind, shut out all things save God and whatever may aid you in seeking God; and having barred the door of your chamber, seek Him.
Anselm of Canterbury
Likewise, exhort the young men to be sober-minded, in all things showing yourself to be a pattern of good works; in doctrine showing integrity, reverence, incorruptibility, sound speech that cannot be condemned, that one who is an opponent may be ashamed, having nothing evil to say of you. TITUS 2:6-8 NJKV
The apostle Paul in writing to Titus is explaining the duties of a minister, and he is also encouraging him to work with the younger people. Titus and Paul were from different worlds, but still they found a common bond in their Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Titus was born a Gentile, he was a Greek, and Paul was a Jew of the sect of the Pharisees, and was a Roman citizen. They were different, but the same. I see Paul as a mentor to several younger men and in turn he encourages them to be mentors to others. In this day and age it is difficult to allow someone to help us. We have been taught in some ways that it is a sign of weakness to receive help, and out pride we refuse help because we dont think we need it. As little children we are rewarded for being big enough to do things on our own. Things like being potty trained; feeding ourselves, walking, riding bikes, and so on. Then as we grow older we are given responsibilities like mowing the yard, doing dishes, doing our own laundry, and our homework from school. As young adults the concept of doing for ourselves is ingrained into our way of thinking, and the idea of having a mentor is not really encouraged. In many professions we find apprenticeships that instruct on the knowledge and skills needed for those professions, but they do not deal with principles like integrity, reverence, and incorruptibility. The Promise Keepers movement in this country helped to encourage accountability. We all could use the benefits of having someone work with us and we in turn having someone to work with. I am so grateful for the program of Alcoholics Anonymous, which has taught me to trust another person, so that I can be honest. When I trust someone and I am able to communicate what is going on in my life, I find myself being honest with myself, and when I am honest with myself it is like having a new pair of glasses. May I always reach up, and out. God is doing for me what I could not do for myself .JRE
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Come now, little man! Flee for a while from your tasks, hide yourself for a little space from the turmoil of your thoughts. Come, cast aside your laborious pursuits. For a little while give your time to God, and rest in Him for a little while. Enter into the inner chamber of your mind, shut out all things save God and whatever may aid you in seeking God; and having barred the door of your chamber, seek Him.
Anselm of Canterbury
