The story...
"If you're in a frustrating exchange with another person - drop the tug-of-war rope." I remember hearing about this "tool" from another person who described it as one she used on her journey to being more okay with herself. She was at a point of feeling worthy of being loved and able to more fully love others too. "Dropping the rope" seemed easy to do so I "tried it on" for a few days - the results were real good. I shared my exuberance for the "tool" application, at our next meeting, and was ready to "try on" more live-giving ways of living from these new friends who'd traveled a similar road. As we listened and shared, our lives began to grow together - we seemed to be walking side-by-side as fellow sojourners towards the "Celestial City" - enjoying each other's company along the way.
The only church in town will offer, those who might read Pilgrim's Progress, to better understanding of our life journey towards that celestial city. The church will offer fellow pilgrims God's revelation about Himself, faith, hope, peace, joy, our future, and sustenance for our most adventurous journey.
Just for today...
"It's a wonderful opportunity to practice giving unconditional love and support by simply listening. Many of us hear stories that are similar to our own; others can often identify with the feelings that are expressed. Perhaps we will be reminded of where we have been and how far we have come." Courage to Change (p. 266)
"Worrying about trifles saps my spiritual energy which I could certainly put to better use. Am I willing to waste my life in this way? . . . I will not be made uneasy by what others do, whether they intend to hurt me or not. I will not clutter up my thoughts with resentment; it would not profit me, worse it would hurt me." One Day at a Time (p. 266)
"Sometimes I'm afraid I'll have to separate from my family members to maintain my quest for healthy living, especially when they deny and justify their unacceptable behavior . . . I am slowly learning that trying to change someone else's behavior to suit my needs is an exercise in futility and frustration. Truly profound power and peace lie in the ability to change my behavior to suit my needs . . . I can accept people as they are." Hope for Today (p. 266)
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