Victory or Defeat

Today is a day of great wonder. We are allowed to choose our lifestyles, where we want to live and how we treat each other. As we have finished with nasty and negative political ads we can once again begin to settle into a quiet positive world devoid of negative political laundry. It is always an awakening to see what people will do or say to get the outcome they want. No one is out of bounds, nothing is too negative and truth or lies don't matter. You would think in this day and age society would learn that winning at “all” costs is not winning at all. What do we teach our children and the up coming generation about how to live and treat people. When walking with the Lord we have an obligation to follow the commands God has laid down. That means He expects us to be honorable, to show respect and to be gracious to each other. It is easy to get caught up in the negativity...to gossip...to judge...or to demean another...yet as a child of God we have a responsibility to live according to God's rules. Our lives can bring joy, comfort and encouragement to those around when we choose to live in love. We don't always have to agree with each other however we do not need to belittle someone, call names or label them because of their different ideals. God knows our hearts and will be the judge of our lives. He alone knows the outcome. Our job is to be the best He has for us. I pray as we go forth this day that we are following the path God has for each of us and that the way we choose to live is one of honor. We live in victory with Jesus as He laid down His life for us so we may live with Grace and Mercy. Ephesians 4:29, 30-31-Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger,brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one anther, forgiving each other, just as In Christ God forgave you. We win when society chooses to walk the road of Honor, Kindness, Generosity and Mercy. Smiles & Blessings, Cynthia Collins Kaitfors