What Might Happen Philosophy ~ Indifferent Safety

Greetings Dear Reader,

The idea that we need to be safe on a personal, local, and national level is reasonable.  I must, however, consider the cost of that safety.  I must always weigh safety against sacrifice.  We must do some things to be safe in light of what might happen.  We wear seat belts in cars because there might be an accident.  That is reasonable.

If my national security endangers the lives of the innocent then is it worth defending?  I am not sure where that line is but I know that I am required to sacrifice for the wellbeing of others.  I cannot justify letting others suffer because of what someone might do.

On the personal level, I cannot withhold doing good for others because of what they might do or become.  They are responsible for what they do with what they are given.  It is my obligation to do what is right and good.  The Father will sort out the rest. 

I cannot meter my doing what is right based on what others might do in response.  It is my obligation and privilege to do good no matter the behavior of others.  I need only look at what Christ did in response to the things we do to understand this principle on a personal level.  I cannot adopt a philosophy of refusal to help based on others actions.  That is not following in faith.

Wishing you joy in the journey,

Aramis Thorn

Mat 13:52 So Jesus said to them, "That is why every writer who has become a disciple of Christ’s rule of the universe is like a home owner. He liberally hands out new and old things from his great treasure store.”

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Rock Salt and Lava Lamps – Safe Illumination

Greetings Dear Reader,

Light provides safety in many ways.  Whether it is keeping us from stumbling in the dark or illuminating our way as we drive at night, light is vital.  It is the light that provides a way to see.  The purpose of the light is to allow us to avoid obstacles.

Apostle Islands Light House - Mark Weller
John Rummel, and Ian Weller

I do not want to put too fine a point on the obvious but as a Christ follower this is one of the ways that I am to be light.  I am to create safety for others.  I am to be a light in the fog.  I am to do my part to help others avoid danger, pitfalls, and obstacles.

In the darkness it is light that draws us.  It is me being a loving, safe beacon that can draw others to Christ.  This is required of me.  In the fulfilling of that requirement I can also become more enlightened.  I can see further as I become more of a light for others.  I must follow, bear, and be the light.

I must serve humbly as a caution, a warning, or an encouragement that the way ahead is safe.  It is by example, humility, and genuineness that I can be this light.  Lights do not speak.  They do their duty and burn.

Traffic Light Exposure -
Lucas Zimmerman

What I Am - Edie Brickell & New Bohemians

I'm not aware of too many things

I know what I know if you know what I mean

Philosophy, is the talk on a cereal box

Religion, is a smile on a dog

I'm not aware of too many things

i know what I know if you know what I mean

Chuck me in the shallow water

Before I get too deep

What I am is what I am are you what you are or what

What I am is what I am are you what you are or what

Oh I'm not aware of too many things

I know what I know if you know what I mean

Philosophy, is a walk on the slippery rocks

Religion, is a light in the fog

I'm not aware of too many things

I know what I know if you know what I mean

Do do ya

Chuck me in the shallow water

Before I get too deep

Chuck me in the shallow water

Before I get too deep

What I am is what I am are you what you are or what

What I am is what I am are you what you are or what

What I am is what I am are you what you are or what you are

What I am is what I am are you what you are or what

Da da da da

I say I say I say I do hey hey hey hey hey hey

Chuck me in the shallow water

Before I get too deep

Chuck me in the shallow water

Before I get too deep

Chuck me in the shallow water before I get too deep

Chuck me in the shallow water before I get too deep

Chuck me in the shallow water before I get too deep

Don't let me get too deep

Don't let me get too deep

Don't let me get too deep

Don't let me get too deep

What I am is what I am are you what you are or what

What I am is what I am are you what you are or what

What I am is what I am are you what you are or what you are

What I am is what I am are you what you are or what

Or what you are oh

Or what you are oh oh oh

Say what I am

Wishing you joy in the journey,

Aramis Thorn

Mat 13:52 So Jesus said to them, "That is why every writer who has become a disciple of Christ’s rule of the universe is like a home owner. He liberally hands out new and old things from his great treasure store.”

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Second Thoughts – The Empty Comfy Chair

Greetings Dear Reader,

Sometimes I will end the day with thoughts that are important to get out.  Usually I just write them and put them in my journal folder.  I have chosen that on occasion I will share them with you Dear Reader.

In my writing office I have an over sized comfy chair.  The chair itself is worn and ragged but it is covered so that one can enjoy it without pitying it too much.  I rarely use this chair.  Others have used it when they wished to be near me whilst I was writing.

When Christmas first came to live with us I would find her there every morning sleeping.  Both her need and her fear drove her there.  She feared not being available if I had some demand.  This was a ravenous echo of her past that she soon learned to release.  Her need was to know that I was there and that she was really safe.  I am glad both of these things have healed but I do miss her presence.

My grandsons often sit there when they spend the night.  Whichever one awakens first knows to find me at my desk writing.  They know that a blanket and juice box await them in the comfy chair.  The conversation in those early morning hours is precious to me.  The current difficulties severely limit my opportunities for them to sleep over.   So again the chair is empty more often than I would like.

Others who frequented the chair are very gone.  Writing about absent friends reminded me of them.  I have often thought of getting rid of the chair.  I could use another book shelf.   But the space is sacred.  It is a space of requirement.  I may be lonely for it to be filled but that space belongs to God.

It reminds of how often Christ wants us to be content just to be there with him.  It brings to mind my need to make time just to be in his presence.  I believe all of our good feelings come from God.  If that is true then that contented feeling that echoes in us when someone is simply there with us must be his as well.

Like my child or grandchildren I need to find time to just be there to be reassured that he is there.  I need to rest in his presence and be comforted by it.  In real love there is contentment in the context of proximity even if the chair is old and ugly.

Wishing you joy in the journey,

Aramis Thorn

Mat 13:52 So Jesus said to them, "That is why every writer who has become a disciple of Christ’s rule of the universe is like a home owner. He liberally hands out new and old things from his great treasure store.”

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