by Ross Bishop It is a subject that has been written about more than any other, and yet it remains elusive. Are you supposed to be happy and at peace? Interestingly, the answer is both yes and no. You see, peace and happiness cannot be simply given to you because you have free will, and that cannot beRead more
unconditional love
Playing Small Ball
When you were a child you lived in a narrow world comprised almost entirely of your parents, grandparents and perhaps an occasional aunt or uncle. That was about it. For good or ill, this narrow world shaped your existence. It determined your values, behaviors and beliefs. Whether you agreed with your parents or rebelled against them, their worldRead more
Blessing
Of all the spiritual practices, blessing is the most powerful, both in terms of what it does for us and for the gift it is to others. Blessing is a very important part of the daily religious practices of both Jews and Muslims, while in the West, blessing has been largely reserved for priests and ministers. JudaismRead more
Emotion
Paddy and Mike were sitting in McGuire’s having a pint and watching the comings and goings in the brothel across the street. As they sat there, Rev. Barnes, the local Baptist minister, wandered into the disreputable establishment. Paddy remarked, “Sure it’s a shame to see a man of the cloth goin’ bad.” A while later, Rabbi GoldbergRead more