A Father's Love: Book One

By Dr. Tom

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• Language: English
• Publisher: AuthorHouse
• Release date: Dec 15, 2008
• ISBN: 9781467850353

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Age

We all are of different ages and we all age differently. From a baby to childhood to adolescence to young adulthood, we grow. We continue on through middle age to senior citizenship to elderly. And what have all of us learned about our age? You can’t slow it down nor go back.

To age is normal and as we grow older, we learn more about ourselves. When we were small, others literally took care of us. We were dependent and didn’t mind it when we were little, but in adolescence, teenagers sometimes resent it. But through all of those years, we thought we were immortal.

In middle age, we are not young, but we’re not old either. We remember more the past and don’t look forward to the future. Age is not something we hate, but we don’t look forward to growing older since it just leads to a further decline in our abilities. Middle age leads to a wiser view of life, and most people become wiser with age.

What comes after middle age is senior citizenship. In the sixties, we’re still going strong. Many seniors are sad for they think their years are numbered and ailments mount. But in a way, senior citizens have much to be thankful. Many of them have had good jobs and are doing things now that they’ve wanted to do, and many of them have children that they visit and love very much. Some even have grandchildren to hold and love.

Age leads though to a time when our bodies are very tired and we need to move onto a better place. That place is with God where we are not old and feeble, but young and alive and full of graces. We no longer have aches and pains nor have trouble remembering. It’s a place where we can be with our many friends and relatives where dreams come true.

Death is a scary proposition and many people fear it. We try not to think of it, and when we do, the wrong pictures unfold. No, there is no dark figure awaiting us, only our own Lord in glory and light there with our family. The Lord and others are looking forward to our coming.

Aging is something that God does not want us to dwell on too much in this world. He wants us to take each day and make the most of it in helping others and making a difference. There is no time to fear or dwell on thinking bad thoughts. It is our destiny to be happy, love much, and look to God for guidance. We do not need to fear for God goes before us. He makes way for you and I and it is our calling to follow in His path.

Please look at yourself as a holy temple that someday will be laid at the foot of the Lord. Your soul will rise and your family will await your coming. Those behind in this world will look at you as a compassionate person that loved man more than life. You like Jesus will physically perish, but in doing so, you will blaze the trail to heaven for those behind you.

In the after life, we hope to see our family. We also hope that we can care for the ones we love and be with them always. Heaven is being in union and friendship with God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, Mary, Joseph, the martyrs and saints, family, and so many other beautiful people.

Anger

Anger is not all uncommon and comes from being unhappy about something. It expresses itself in an outward form of hostility. Anger in people is a madness which needs to be controlled. Its cause needs to be addressed, and anger is not what God wants to see in us.

There are many reasons why anger is not healthy. It is a frame of mind that makes people very mad, and upon being so mad, they have a red face, high blood pressure, show disturbing behavior, and so mad that they sometimes don’t know what they’re doing? So mad and angry that they want physically to do what? Why does anger exist and what are the benefits of being so angry? Does any of this sound sane and is anger in the best interest of the person?

Does anger sound like some act of God or some act of the devil? Some people think that anger is an expression of the devil inside us for God does not condone anger or getting mad at others. He would rather we talk through our issues and if not, remove ourselves from certain situations. Don’t let the devil take control of your body, mind or life. You do not need to be angry!

Some people may say Jesus was angry when he saw merchants selling in the temple. He was so angry that He knocked over tables and threw things on the ground. In that case though, Jesus was upset with people not respecting the holiness of His temple. It is God’s house, the temple, and not to be undersold for profit. Yes, he was mad, but with a purpose. His actions showed how greedy people were taking advantage of God’s home.

Since Jesus got mad in the temple, it is okay for us to get angry? No it is not! We need to understand that Jesus was a man here on earth and showed emotions too. But as He did, we too must control our emotions. To misuse anything is not proper, and being angry without purpose is like fishing with no bait. It makes no sense. God makes sense, and He wants us to make sense too.

If you are angry, please determine the cause of your anger and remove yourself from it. For something or someone to make you so angry, it must not be good for you. So run if you must, but you must remove yourself from such a vexation to the spirit. Know why it makes you angry and stay in control of your life. Remember, you are in control of your life and don’t blame others.

Anger is a strong emotion and affects the body by placing stress on it. It builds up anxiety and your blood pressure increases. Receptors are activated and hormone secretions increase. You’re in the fight or flight mode and all muscles, nerves, glands and others organs are on the verge of exploding. The body is ready to fight, and for what? A person that can’t drive or a person that said something about you or maybe a person that lies. Is it worth it and what do you get from it?

Do you notice how anger is a man-related emotion? Can you be angry with wood or with an object? Would you say, I’m so angry with that shovel or car or ball? Or would it be better worded as I’m so angry with that guy or girl or person? God does not want you to be angry. He wants you to love others as He loves you. In place of anger, show compassion to others.

At Work

Work is a place to show God’s graces. He wants all of us to do the best we can at work and be honest with our employer and our fellow workers. In everything we do, God wants his presence at work. Courtesies extended at work should be in His Name.

At the work place, treat others with compassion. Your work ethics should be of the highest quality, and your interpersonal relationships should be genuine. God wants you to enjoy your profession and to be good at it. Strive to improve with every day at work.

Work is a place to express your talents as complimenting others. Be polite and kind to others, and treat them and yourself with exceptional care. Love what you do, and do work well. In working with the public, show them an appreciation for your commitment to quality.

Many employees might not have found their chosen fields. This is okay and not unusual. It sometimes takes time to find our niche, but be committed to developing your way of making this world better. Remember that perseverance is one of the attributes that is godly, and ultimately provides for successful careers.

In working at any company or place, it is important to keep your position and job in perspective. Work is only one aspect of your life, so please do not make it the only one. God does not want us to be workaholics. If He did, he would not have taken the stance that we should not work on Sunday. He wants us to work and do well at what we do, but only during the hours appropriate. At other hours, he wants us to enjoy life and make time for family and friends.

Work is a means to an end. It brings worth to the person and money for the table. It also can make a difference in this world. What you do at work does affect others in the community. Just think of how interconnected we all are, and how what you do affects others. With this consideration in mind, we all should be mindful that what we do needs to be an excellent product for it is destined for God’s people.

So at work, walk the walk of God’s helper. Be on time for work, and clothed to act for God. Always be honest with the company you work and be generous with your time and efforts. Similarly, employers need to acknowledge the importance of their staff and how they can help each person for benefits now and into the future. Remember that the resources