Be Prepared

A. Unabashed Pacifist:

Ever notice how much oppressive governments fear peace activists?

[A friend of mine, executive director of a peace organization in the US, was recently denied entry to Israel when he wanted to help lead a Christian Peacemaker Team to work in Palestinian communities.]

B. Unabashed Christian:

Holy One,

I just did some things I never did before, never even tried before. It involved some effort, took some learning and some proper tools, but the outcome was good. So, I feel pretty good about myself, too, good enough to declare that yes, an old dog can indeed learn some new tricks. Thanks for your help, you old dog.
Amen

C. Un-quoting Jesus:

“I’ll pick up the tab – but only tonight guys.”

[Not what He said at their last supper together...]

D. Blog: Peak Oil and Climate Change

Think of them as reflected in the parable of the wise and foolish virgins. Or, for those who were Boy Scouts, remember the motto: be prepared.