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Aug 11, 2008 5:11 PM CST We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them.
HJFinAZ
HJFinAZHJFinAZSun CIty, Arizona USA870 Threads 1 Polls 17,068 Posts
God's messages surround us. The 24 hours before us are special, never to be repeated. The people we share the day with carry our lessons within their words and actions. Let's be vigilant in our attempts to listen.

We have so much to learn, and that's why we're here. Our lives have purpose, even though we might fail to grasp it. Remembering that God is trying to reach us in even the most mundane of circumstances keeps us attentive to everyone in our lives. Our attention to others triggers their lessons too.

The cycle is never-ending. We are not here by accident - we are here by design. The role addiction plays in our lives is part of the design. We can learn our lessons and fulfill our purpose only by acknowledging the spirit, the presence of God, within each person God has ushered to us.

I will pay special attention to the people in my life today. It's a wonderful feeling knowing they are part of God's plan for me.

grin
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Aug 11, 2008 5:14 PM CST We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them.
mastic55
mastic55mastic55Long Island, New York USA167 Threads 6,859 Posts
It truly is that simple, even I get caught up in everyday life and forget the good things.
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Aug 11, 2008 5:15 PM CST We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them.
darlynda
darlyndadarlyndatazewell, Tennessee USA49 Threads 4 Polls 1,093 Posts
HJFinAZ: God's messages surround us. The 24 hours before us are special, never to be repeated. The people we share the day with carry our lessons within their words and actions. Let's be vigilant in our attempts to listen.

We have so much to learn, and that's why we're here. Our lives have purpose, even though we might fail to grasp it. Remembering that God is trying to reach us in even the most mundane of circumstances keeps us attentive to everyone in our lives. Our attention to others triggers their lessons too.

The cycle is never-ending. We are not here by accident - we are here by design. The role addiction plays in our lives is part of the design. We can learn our lessons and fulfill our purpose only by acknowledging the spirit, the presence of God, within each person God has ushered to us.

I will pay special attention to the people in my life today. It's a wonderful feeling knowing they are part of God's plan for me.
teddybear lips teddybear
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Aug 11, 2008 5:37 PM CST We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them.
xoredheadxo
xoredheadxoxoredheadxoMorgantown, West Virginia USA14 Threads 1,179 Posts
Very well stated......it really is very simple...I just tend to complicate it. teddybear
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Aug 11, 2008 5:39 PM CST We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them.
HJFinAZ
HJFinAZHJFinAZSun CIty, Arizona USA870 Threads 1 Polls 17,068 Posts
xoredheadxo: Very well stated......it really is very simple...I just tend to complicate it.


You, young lady, are not alone..wink
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Aug 11, 2008 5:39 PM CST We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them.
Tater
TaterTaterspringfield, Illinois USA45 Threads 3 Polls 3,326 Posts
Very nice! and a very good way to look at it.thumbs up
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Aug 11, 2008 5:40 PM CST We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them.
roseofsharon
roseofsharonroseofsharonmanchester, Hampshire, England UK60 Threads 3 Polls 8,699 Posts
HJFinAZ: God's messages surround us. The 24 hours before us are special, never to be repeated. The people we share the day with carry our lessons within their words and actions. Let's be vigilant in our attempts to listen.

We have so much to learn, and that's why we're here. Our lives have purpose, even though we might fail to grasp it. Remembering that God is trying to reach us in even the most mundane of circumstances keeps us attentive to everyone in our lives. Our attention to others triggers their lessons too.

The cycle is never-ending. We are not here by accident - we are here by design. The role addiction plays in our lives is part of the design. We can learn our lessons and fulfill our purpose only by acknowledging the spirit, the presence of God, within each person God has ushered to us.

I will pay special attention to the people in my life today. It's a wonderful feeling knowing they are part of God's plan for me.



Wow!!! wow That was most enjoyable to read, much food for thought there, my friend!!
thumbs up

cheers
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Aug 11, 2008 5:51 PM CST We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them.
crotalus_p
crotalus_pcrotalus_pRush, Dublin Ireland43 Threads 6 Polls 2,789 Posts
HJFinAZ: God's messages surround us. The 24 hours before us are special, never to be repeated. The people we share the day with carry our lessons within their words and actions. Let's be vigilant in our attempts to listen.

We have so much to learn, and that's why we're here. Our lives have purpose, even though we might fail to grasp it. Remembering that God is trying to reach us in even the most mundane of circumstances keeps us attentive to everyone in our lives. Our attention to others triggers their lessons too.

The cycle is never-ending. We are not here by accident - we are here by design. The role addiction plays in our lives is part of the design. We can learn our lessons and fulfill our purpose only by acknowledging the spirit, the presence of God, within each person God has ushered to us.

I will pay special attention to the people in my life today. It's a wonderful feeling knowing they are part of God's plan for me.



So would I be right in thinking you are an advocate if intelligent design/creationism ??
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Aug 11, 2008 5:53 PM CST We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them.
gongman
gongmangongmanCarcassone, Occitanie France28 Threads 2 Polls 515 Posts
I have posted this before,maybe this is a good time to post it again.

"Remember you have two ears and one mouth....try to use them in those proportions"
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Aug 11, 2008 6:03 PM CST We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them.
crotalus_p
crotalus_pcrotalus_pRush, Dublin Ireland43 Threads 6 Polls 2,789 Posts
gongman:
"Remember you have two ears and one mouth....try to use them in those proportions"



There is a fundamental flaw in that logic professor


I have ask an honest question to get a better picture of some one that I have engaged in debate in previous threads
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Aug 11, 2008 6:04 PM CST We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them.
roseofsharon
roseofsharonroseofsharonmanchester, Hampshire, England UK60 Threads 3 Polls 8,699 Posts
gongman: I have posted this before,maybe this is a good time to post it again.

"Remember you have two ears and one mouth....try to use them in those proportions"



Ooooo.... that's a good one, yes!! thumbs up
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Aug 11, 2008 6:07 PM CST We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them.
jlw45
jlw45jlw45Moyers, Oklahoma USA66 Threads 1 Polls 15,566 Posts
crotalus_p: There is a fundamental flaw in that logic I have ask an honest question to get a better picture of some one that I have engaged in debate in previous threads
before now....i never did think it was possible to read tooo much...rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing tongue
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Aug 11, 2008 6:08 PM CST We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them.
jlw45
jlw45jlw45Moyers, Oklahoma USA66 Threads 1 Polls 15,566 Posts
HJFinAZ: God's messages surround us. The 24 hours before us are special, never to be repeated. The people we share the day with carry our lessons within their words and actions. Let's be vigilant in our attempts to listen.

We have so much to learn, and that's why we're here. Our lives have purpose, even though we might fail to grasp it. Remembering that God is trying to reach us in even the most mundane of circumstances keeps us attentive to everyone in our lives. Our attention to others triggers their lessons too.

The cycle is never-ending. We are not here by accident - we are here by design. The role addiction plays in our lives is part of the design. We can learn our lessons and fulfill our purpose only by acknowledging the spirit, the presence of God, within each person God has ushered to us.

I will pay special attention to the people in my life today. It's a wonderful feeling knowing they are part of God's plan for me.
good stuff HJFthumbs up
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Aug 11, 2008 6:11 PM CST We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them.
crotalus_p: So would I be right in thinking you are an advocate if intelligent design/creationism ??
Listen to learn,and learn to listen!conversing roll eyes cool
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Aug 11, 2008 6:12 PM CST We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them.
gongman
gongmangongmanCarcassone, Occitanie France28 Threads 2 Polls 515 Posts
crotalus_p: There is a fundamental flaw in that logic




roseofsharon: Ooooo.... that's a good one, yes!!



Just me, working out how to quote from two separate threads..............

Good example to try with though grin
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Aug 11, 2008 6:12 PM CST We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them.
trish123
trish123trish123Macclesfield, Cheshire, England UK177 Threads 4 Polls 13,724 Posts
HJFinAZ: God's messages surround us. The 24 hours before us are special, never to be repeated. The people we share the day with carry our lessons within their words and actions. Let's be vigilant in our attempts to listen.

We have so much to learn, and that's why we're here. Our lives have purpose, even though we might fail to grasp it. Remembering that God is trying to reach us in even the most mundane of circumstances keeps us attentive to everyone in our lives. Our attention to others triggers their lessons too.

The cycle is never-ending. We are not here by accident - we are here by design. The role addiction plays in our lives is part of the design. We can learn our lessons and fulfill our purpose only by acknowledging the spirit, the presence of God, within each person God has ushered to us.

I will pay special attention to the people in my life today. It's a wonderful feeling knowing they are part of God's plan for me.


Im a wee bit stumped here HJ cos, as much as I love the sentiment and meaning of your post, I do feel that it excludes me (or maybe I do - dunno) cos I am an Atheist - Im into the never ending cycle and could probably expound on your theory - Im into lessons learned which fulfill our purpose - much of what you say has meaning for me...........

anyway - I just didnt want to let such a lovely thread pass without comment and I do apologise for not being in 'total' agreement with you bouquet
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Aug 11, 2008 6:12 PM CST We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them.
gongman
gongmangongmanCarcassone, Occitanie France28 Threads 2 Polls 515 Posts
posts,even...blushing
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Aug 11, 2008 6:20 PM CST We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them.
trish123
trish123trish123Macclesfield, Cheshire, England UK177 Threads 4 Polls 13,724 Posts
Isnt it interesting how we assimilate the lessons of other cultures, how we subsume their essence......... I would attribute this saying to maybe the Native American "We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them" how very curious to find this uttered by a Christian............
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Aug 11, 2008 6:21 PM CST We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them.
roseofsharon
roseofsharonroseofsharonmanchester, Hampshire, England UK60 Threads 3 Polls 8,699 Posts
gongman: Just me, working out how to quote from two separate threads..............

Good example to try with though


So how do you do it?? confused

cheers
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Aug 11, 2008 6:28 PM CST We honor the spirit in other people when we listen to them.
cherokeemoon2
cherokeemoon2cherokeemoon2grove, Oklahoma USA15 Threads 545 Posts
HJFinAZ: God's messages surround us. The 24 hours before us are special, never to be repeated. The people we share the day with carry our lessons within their words and actions. Let's be vigilant in our attempts to listen.

We have so much to learn, and that's why we're here. Our lives have purpose, even though we might fail to grasp it. Remembering that God is trying to reach us in even the most mundane of circumstances keeps us attentive to everyone in our lives. Our attention to others triggers their lessons too.

The cycle is never-ending. We are not here by accident - we are here by design. The role addiction plays in our lives is part of the design. We can learn our lessons and fulfill our purpose only by acknowledging the spirit, the presence of God, within each person God has ushered to us.

I will pay special attention to the people in my life today. It's a wonderful feeling knowing they are part of God's plan for me.
THATS AWESOME HJF.And this comes from a native American christian.angel teddybear
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