Examination of Servitude

Aug 12, 2006 20:30

The Judeo-Christian messiah Jesus Christ said in his doctrine, "he who shall be first, must be last." The theological interpretation of this has always been such that a man who wants to secure eternal happiness has to be a servant - one whose fulfillment arrives from internal satisfaction sought from putting the needs of others before his/her own. ( Read more... )

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chocolate_storm August 13 2006, 20:18:17 UTC
There was a time when I wanted my love for others to be reciprocated so much, that no matter who offered it or how it was offered, I would take it with open arms. As a person whose spent the majority of his life single in a search for someone to care and love me the way and with the dedication that i have for them, i know your affliction with an unpartnered heart. You help whoever you can, in the whatever way you can, staying up late listening for a friend, digging in your wallet for a family member, etc. You are a friend, and I can understand how you can feel wrong about wanting that same affection in return, but you're not alone. It was Robert Frost who said, "Love is an irresistible desire to be irresistibly desired." A thought that I've had is that so many people will say that God's love is all that you need to be happy, but when will God's love manifest iteslf into someone to share the small time i have here on earth ( ... )

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anonymous August 24 2006, 05:24:35 UTC
FF!!

You know I have been without a net connection. This post sooo define my life. I find myself giving so much, having so many rely on me, but me not relying on anyone. It is a lonely road I tell ya, but the rewards shall soon arriv.

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