Do This and Don't Do That
Wednesday Self-Reflection
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Today, I invite you to spend some time in silent consideration. Imagine me sitting with you and asking the following questions. Allow the time to turn into an internal conversation with me. I think this works best as a journaling exercise.
Acting with justice. Acting with righteousness. Delivering from oppression. These are all things “to do”. What kinds of things are we meant to do today? Be specific.
Do no wrong to aliens, orphans, or widows, and don’t shed innocent blood. These are all things “to not do”. Who are the aliens, orphans, widows, and innocents that need to be protected from harm today? Be specific.
On a personal level, what are some things you could “do” better or “not do” better? On a social level, how could we improve? Write out some “next steps” for both.
Peace, Bo
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What is righteousnes? Who are the aliens we are to assist? I must ask given that about half of the citizens of the USA voted for those who would deport certain new residents, including some in the process of becoming citizens. People who have surmounted great hardships to immigrate. People who are less likely than other groups to commit violent crime or rely on government support. People who are needed to fill jobs citizens typically shun.
Thank you Bo. As I am in a discernment process to see what is next after my job ends on February 28, this was a helpful journaling exercise.