What I have found in my own life is to take what I learned from the NT and other sources and implement it in my own life. The translation from idea into life action is where the tires hit the pavement. Actions are louder than words. By integrating the ideas of loving thy neighbour, peace, freedom, patience and all those other qualities end up being expressed in my life style. I'm sure there are other ways to do the same. In the end, by sharing life styles, stories and other accomplishments, we can then influence others to contemplate doing the same. In my view, systems are an extension of the hidden desire to control or manipulate others. All healthy relationships would not have any coercion or force associated with it. Those relationships would be voluntary, loving and cooperative. Over time trust is then established for the mutual benefit of those within that relationship. That is how clans are formed and then people start to benefit from the real community. We can use technology to help facilitate that process but in the end, technology is only a tool. Our own physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health determines how we use that tool. I read a post about some people approaching the porn industry to bring content to steemit, to help build the popularity of this tool. The sword swings both ways and I am fundamentally apposed to using these tools to engage in violence against others.
This must be lead with leaders who lead by example, not through popular revolt and popularity contests. My love of Creator means I need a one-on-one relationship with creation. That is how Creator provides for me and my family. That is how my needs are met so that I can then serve others along their journey. We must first love ourselves before we can then love others. That means we must look after ourselves first and explore our own physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health. That way when the tools or opportunities are presented, we can use them with integrity, honour and faith. As stewards of this earth, we have a duty and responsibility as you suggested, to ensure all life prospers on this planet. I speak of that a great deal in my book and posts as well. <3 Thank you for your comments.
Agreed
Now if you'd just move south ;-)
I lived in Cleveland for ten years so I've paid my dues in the snow!
(But I admit that it's beautiful) We get a little in the mountains of NC. That's enough to suffice me. Let me know if you need sun. We have plenty here in Florida.
Florida? Wow. Too hot for me. I feel like moving even farther north as the summers get unbearably hot even here. Anything above 25 is way too warm. Winter and Fall are my favorite seasons. I have a very intimate relationship with the land here, so no plans on moving. Instead, I look forward to spending the rest of my days here on this planet working on my relationship with this little patch of heaven! <3 Enjoy the south my friend.
I read your post on how to keep eggs from freezing and I thought, "Oh my ... "
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lol. We found a way! <3