Quiet Time
Some time ago I went with a childhood friend of mine to spend some time with his dying sister. She was diagnosed with terminal cancer some time ago and is currently reaching the last phase of the disease. Ultimately this means she will pass from this life to the next. As I think about our visit this morning I can see no better use of my time. Our entire lives are spent pursuing all kinds of goals and objectives, most of them centered around self interest. They have there place but taking some out of our day to reflect and have quiet is crucial for spiritual development if that is important to us and today for me it is. As we sat and waited and watched his sister come in and out of consciousness I was reminded of the importance of quiet time. How often during the course of any day do we take the time to reflect and thank God for the present moment. tomorrow is not promised to any of us and we all should realize the importance of being grateful for the good we presently have in our li...