retaliation

     "You have heard that it was said, 'An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.' But I say to you, 'Do not resist the one who is evil. But if anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn him to the other also. And if anyone would sue you and take your tunic, let him have you cloak as well.  And if anyone forces you to go one mile, go with him two miles." -Matthew 5:38-41
     This means that you shouldn't be so quick to respond to others.  Think about what they are saying, if they're trying to be helpful to you or trying to hurt you.  If they are trying to hurt you on purpose, maybe you should just be as kind as you can and walk away.  We shouldn't be so selfish about stupid things.  We have to be able to help others and be giving too.  I know that I definately need to work on turning the other cheek. 

happy halloween

     I believe in celebrating Halloween.  I know many people can think it means a devils holiday, but I have never really thought of it that way.  It surprised me that it has been transformed from a Pagan tradition.  My church preached over that same story last Sunday and it was pretty neat. 
     I enjoy dressing up and gathering candy from strangers each year.  I just wish that others could join in with the same mindset as me and not misuse, or abuse this holiday of good, clean fun.