Dec 8, 2023·edited Dec 8, 2023Liked by Ken LaCorte
Amazing! We just watched a movie by Rich Christiano that specifically talked about morality without a true authority. The movie was called "Time Changer" and had, among others, Gavin McCloud and Hal Linden in the cast. Amazing that we actually hear in the real world the same sentiments just two days after seeing the movie!
"Can we maintain the strength and integrity of our values without the anchor of spirituality that once guided those values?"
I like your use of the general term "spirituality" instead of the ofted-heard presumptions about specific deity-based beliefs, supernatural interventions, etc. Define "God" loosely enough and you'll get more buy-in -- even here in California. (I do expect His capitalization and gender to be challenged forthwith.)
"Is a recognition of “goodness” enough to sustain them?"
True Believers sustain their own, but are prone to invasive border-crossing with the imposition of doctrine on all. Religions, cults, and political movements all feed zealous adherents, for better or worse. "Goodness," kindness, and love are the truly sustaining sentiments. The greatest among these is love.
Since we're talking Thanksgiving, let me also put in a good word for abundance (as generated by our free market system.) Let's extend gratitude to the people who brought it here, and sustain the charitable goodness which encouraged them to share its benefits.
Our celebrations continue to change. Mine can do without the NFL, argument rituals, can-shaped cranberry molds, gluten-for-gluttons gravy, and the practice of serving dry white meat while stashing away the dark for leftovers. I'm grateful for family near and far, reruns of "Miracle on 34th Street", John O'Hurley's annual dog show narration, and a weekend when the streets of L.A. are traffic-free.
I’m not a particularly religious person, I don’t attend church regularly and I don’t pray as much as I should but I’m a believer and I 100% believe the decline in morals we have seen in this country have a lot to do with the fact that there is a “war” being waged against Christianity. I see and hear it everyday on social media, and even on MSM. I hope things change before it’s too late. (Sorry for the drama)
Amazing! We just watched a movie by Rich Christiano that specifically talked about morality without a true authority. The movie was called "Time Changer" and had, among others, Gavin McCloud and Hal Linden in the cast. Amazing that we actually hear in the real world the same sentiments just two days after seeing the movie!
"Can we maintain the strength and integrity of our values without the anchor of spirituality that once guided those values?"
I like your use of the general term "spirituality" instead of the ofted-heard presumptions about specific deity-based beliefs, supernatural interventions, etc. Define "God" loosely enough and you'll get more buy-in -- even here in California. (I do expect His capitalization and gender to be challenged forthwith.)
"Is a recognition of “goodness” enough to sustain them?"
True Believers sustain their own, but are prone to invasive border-crossing with the imposition of doctrine on all. Religions, cults, and political movements all feed zealous adherents, for better or worse. "Goodness," kindness, and love are the truly sustaining sentiments. The greatest among these is love.
Since we're talking Thanksgiving, let me also put in a good word for abundance (as generated by our free market system.) Let's extend gratitude to the people who brought it here, and sustain the charitable goodness which encouraged them to share its benefits.
Our celebrations continue to change. Mine can do without the NFL, argument rituals, can-shaped cranberry molds, gluten-for-gluttons gravy, and the practice of serving dry white meat while stashing away the dark for leftovers. I'm grateful for family near and far, reruns of "Miracle on 34th Street", John O'Hurley's annual dog show narration, and a weekend when the streets of L.A. are traffic-free.
I agree with everything except the canned cranberry goo. I've grown to love it, mixed properly with other things on my plate.
I’m not a particularly religious person, I don’t attend church regularly and I don’t pray as much as I should but I’m a believer and I 100% believe the decline in morals we have seen in this country have a lot to do with the fact that there is a “war” being waged against Christianity. I see and hear it everyday on social media, and even on MSM. I hope things change before it’s too late. (Sorry for the drama)
Thanks for a great post Ken!
Well done Ken! Thoroughly enjoyed your post today.
May God Bless America
Unfortunately, God did bless America; so many times. We simply forgot to thank Him.
I agree.
Good reminder. Thanks.
Yes more about God for sure & sharing the wealth with others:
Indians to grow corn & then food to share with all
Helping your fellow man, give away your surplus, excess to others in need
See local Assistance League in your area