Too bad that his faith hasn't taught
him anything about compassion or empathy.
Not exact matches
Very shortly into the sermon I realized 3 things: 1) although my practice would tolerate any of the people in the congregation (welcome them even), if they knew
anything about me, I'd be tarred and feathered — and certainly NOT welcome; 2) redemption & heaven were the only reason for good deeds, not simply because strive (in this lifetime) for
compassion and truth; and 3) the guy really believed there was a place in the sky made of gold, and that living there was desirable.
We have agreed to not argue
about doctrine or
anything like that, but to read
about Jesus and try to live like him in our world, with love,
compassion, forgiveness, generosity, and kindness.
I have a lot of
compassion for this woman, but I think her strange beliefs
about childbirth and, well,
anything medical or scientific are just wrong and are almost certainly contributing to her distress.
I know a vegan would say what
about compassion for the animals, but I don't think shaming and guilt - tripping is a good way to achieve
anything.
This haunting and original novel -
about the lengths people will go to escape persecution, the transformative power of
compassion, and how one can find moments of grace and connection in a world filled with heartache - is unlike
anything I've ever read before.»
There are many quotes that can be looked up that speak to, the way a culture treats it's powerless beings, says more
about that culture than
anything and if this is true, we are failing miserably in any attempt at dignity, grace and
compassion for life.