Contemporary Philosophies - A look at Life Issues

Be Transformed Our world has been turned inside out and as we prepare to move forward we must do so in the Newness of Life. I have already defined the meaning of life in previous blog posts such as The Wisdom of life.  Life is a special gift and for each waking moment, we must give thanks for this gift.  In this lesson, we will examine the importance of preparing for a new life, a life that is grounded on religious principles that will guide our journey across this plain. What is Newness?  The term newness in itself is an enigma and many even question if it is a real word. Newness in its simplest form means original quality or standard. Therefore to walk in the newness of life we must be restored to or original form, a form without sin, a form in which we strive to live a life that is pleasing unto God.  This will only be possible if we confess our sins and ask God to forgive us of all past transgressions. Why is newness important? To walk in the newness of life is very important be

Blind are those who walk in self-glory, dead are those who bath in vanity but righteous is the man who walks in love and free is the man who exercises empathy. R. Smith 2019 Our society has lost touch with its humanity. We no longer have the ability to empathize with each other. However, all hope is not lost because we have souls who are constantly expressing love to each other and are granting the gift of charity. Let us not believe ourselves to be superior to others but rather let us strive to help others become the best version of themselves. Put yourself in your brother's/sisters' shoes and try to see life from there perspective. Let us not be conceited but try to be hopeful, kind, and righteous by asking for guidance from God. The Prayer Lord, we come to you humbled in thy sight. We are nothing without your wisdom, your grace, and your glory. Lord continue to guide us and lead us on the path of righteousness. Lord we ask of you to purify and sanctify our hearts and mind

Our minds are filled with untapped possibilities and intelligence that we are sometimes unaware of. Our minds are so unique that it is like a baby that goes through various stages of development and when our mind reaches the birthing stage it becomes the responsibility of each individual to train the mind beyond the scope of normal men. Our first formal education as a species begins from the moment of conception, that cell nucleus will eventually develop into the brains that we use to shape the world around us. It is the responsibility of the parents to shape, mold and nurture that child from within the mother's womb to create an environment of curiosity that stimulates the fetus to become a discovery learner. When we are eventually born it becomes the responsibility of families, friends, community members, and the wider society to create an atmosphere that is fitting for the development of a young child. During those tender years, our brains are actively seeking out adventu