Spirit: October 2007 Archives

Lee and I were asked to speak in church on the topic of Virtue and Vice.
Lee spoke briefly but very powerfully on the topic of Virtue. She lsited the virtues she values. Here is her list. I see it as descriptive of her and a laundry list for me to work on. Oh Well.

Virtues
To be patient and kind not only when things are going well, but when things are tough. This includes people and animals.

To give service, especially when not asked or assigned.

To be sensitive and observant with those you live and work around; Those who are easiest to ignore or take for granted.

To pray everyday.

To not take offense when none is intended.

To be honest with yourself. Do not make excuses or justifications for thoughts or actions you know are wrong. Live in integrity.

To hold your toung and not speak guile.

To not judge others.

 To practice repentance .

To be industrious; physically, mentally, intellectually, civicly and spiritually.

To be modest in action, speech and dress.

To be humble in your countenance.

To be obedient and submissive to God's laws.

To be generous with your time, heart, back, arms and all of your wealth.

To forgive with your heart, not just with your lips.

To be grateful and express your gratitude.

To be a peacemaker and diffuse or deflect contention.

To have faith and to share it with others.