The love of conflict is most evident when opposing forces join sides to defeat the peacemaker.
Criss JamiI like solitude. It is when you truly hear and speak your natural, unadulterated mind, and out comes your most stupid self as well as your most intelligent self. It is when you realize who you are and the extents of the good and the evils which you are capable of
Criss JamiGood works is giving to the poor and the helpless, but divine works is showing them their worth to the One who matters.
Criss JamiSimply minding one's own business is more offensive than being intrusive. Without ever saying a word one can make a person feel less-than.
Criss JamiLove is as simple as the absence of self- given to another. God, when invited, fills the void of any unrequited love; hence loving is how one is drawn closer to God no matter its most horrific repercussions.
Criss JamiThe faithful man perceives nothing less than opportunity in difficulties. Flowing through his spine, faith and courage work together: Such a man does not fear losing his life, thus he will risk losing it at times in order to empower it. By this he actually values his life more than the man who fears losing his life. It is much like leaping from a window in order to avoid a fire yet in that most crucial moment knowing that God will appear to catch you.
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