My Daily Nourishment

I believed this is a very nice story to share about jealousy. We as persons can’t avoid sometimes that we are jealous with a friend or neighbor especially when they acquire materials things. As long as we don’t do bad things to a certain person or don’t put him/her to a bad situation, I guess it is a normal feeling. Let’s use jealousy as an inspiration to strive for a better living not to make negative things to others. I also pray that this negative act of being jealous will prompt me to do good and not to destroy others. Keep reading this inspirational story below.

PROMPTED BY JEALOUSY

Jealousy is a lousy motivator at the best of times. In a rather contrived sense it can sometimes be said to be a good motivator if it seeks to inspire a person to draw the best out of themselves in the pursuit of a particular goal, as long as his or her actions do not negatively impinge on others. However, rarely will jealousy lead to a good result. It is better to avoid jealousy at all costs and seek far purer emotions for motivation in our lives.

St. Francis of Assisi speaks of how envy and jealousy are sins against the Holy Spirit. For him, they are the unforgiveable sin of Mark 3:27-28. Why does he believe this? I think it is because he sees envy and jealousy as the refusal to rejoice in the way the Holy Spirit has given gifts to those around him. Who are we to question the Lord’s wisdom when He decided to give one gift to one person and another or even more gifts to another person? The only response we should have in recognizing the gifts of others is rejoicing that God has been so generous to gift His Church, the community of the People of God, with such gifts.

In other words, our focus ought to be identifying our own gifts and placing them at the service of the Church and praying that others will do the same. It is impossible to see how worrying about or being envious or jealous of the gifts of others is going to help the Church in its duty to proclaim the Gospel to all men and women. The only worthwhile response is to thank God for the gifts He gives to us all and to pray that we have the grace to use them faithfully in the service of the Gospel.

Jealousy will only lead to division and hurt; rejoicing in the gifts of others will lead to sharing and growth of the community. Let us pray that we will be faithful to all that God has entrusted us and so be active, joyful and contributing members of the communities of faith to which we belong. Fr. Steve Tynan, MGL

Reflection Question:
Do I use my gifts for the benefit of the work of the Gospel or am I selfish with them?

Jesus, help me to be faithful to Your call and to always respond with generosity to use the gifts You have given me for the benefit of others.

St. Lambert of Lyon, pray for us.

Hello folks! I am just stopping by here for a little update. I hope that you had a good day today. I did had a tiresome day today but I am quite happy with the results. I did some arranging and transferring of some stuffs. Until now, I am still not done because I also did some other household chores. I am quite tired now that I already want to take-off for bed. I also noticed some dark circles forming in my eyes. I know this is due to my bad habit which is going to bed late. Do you have any idea of the best eye creams in the market? I can’t surf right now because my eyes are just so tired that it is almost closing as I am writing this post. I better bid goodbye and see you tomorrow again. Goodnight and take care too!

Psalm 34:2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9

1 I will bless the LORD at all times; his praise shall be ever in my mouth. 2 Let my soul glory in the LORD; the lowly will hear me and be glad. 3 Glorify the LORD with me, let us together extol his name. 4 I sought the LORD, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears. 5 Look to him that you may be radiant with joy, and your faces may not blush with shame. 6 [7] When the poor one called out, the LORD heard, and from all his distress he saved him. (R) 7 The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear him, and delivers them. 8 Taste and see how good the LORD is; blessed the man who takes refuge in him.

I do admire countries like Germany who is very concern about the environment by recycling waste materials. I also admire companies like N-Viro International Corporation who is also engage in recycling technology and alternative energy. Visit N-Viro site by clicking this URL http://www.nviro.com. Not a lot of people around the world know about this company. I visited N-Viro site last time and found a lot of information about renewable energy, opportunity fuels and clean coal. Feel free to watch this video for more infos. I also hope that more countries will have the technology to recycle waste materials to make this world a better place to live in.

Tulips are coming again in our garden. Some are already blooming and I love watching it everyday. Here is one kind of tulip from our garden. Have a lovely day to all!
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I was surprised how fast these words came to my mind and wrote it here immediately. Despite of life’s uncertainties, difficulties, trials and problems, I can still say that life is still great because through all these experiences, it made me continue to appreciate the real meaning of life.

Off topic question: Would you think having weight loss surgery is a good remedy to get rid of those excess weight and fat? I know for some this is the best solution. I am still contented of who and what I am right now. I am enjoying life to the fullest despite having extra pounds. Be sure to consult the expert before undergoing this surgery. Happy weekend folks! Always remember, “Life is always beautiful, no matter what!”

I miss this place. This beautiful beach in Bohol Beach Club in Panglao Island. I guess I don’t need to elaborate the picture below. Simply take a look at it and the photo alone will tell you a thousand words. This was taken during my 2009-2010 vacation in the Philippines. We went there in February. Happy weekend guys!

How are you doing folks? I am doing great today after spending almost the whole day working in our garden. I already saw some flowers of the tulips and crocus blooming in our garden. Back to my main topic. The contract of our cellphones will be ending this coming September. I checked the site where we ordered it last time. Normally when we want to renew the contract, the company must give us something as gift such as new cellphones, MP3 players, cash, netbook or anything as present for the renewal. I decided to end up the contract because as I visited their site, you need to renew first the contract and agree with all the rules without knowing what will be the gifts to choose from for the renewal. I guess it is not fair. I decided not to renew it and we ordered a new cellphone in another company. You know what is the free gift? a new Nokia 5230 model. I guess I will love it.

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The yellow flowers was taken as we took a walk in Cebu City. The red tulips below was taken in our garden last 2008.
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