PASSING IT ON
by John van de Laar
Wherever hatred and suspicion divide people and fragment communities
we will pass on love.
Wherever sorrow and cynicism leave the dark stain of despair
we will pass on joy.
Wherever violence and abuse shatter lives and destroy the earth
we will pass on peace.
Wherever expediency and the quest for quick fixes create confusion and need
we will pass on patience.
Wherever heartlessness and selfishness cause loneliness and exclusion
we will pass on kindness.
Wherever evil and darkness steal away hope and integrity
we will pass on goodness.
Wherever aggression and coercion remove freedom and playfulness
we will pass on gentleness.
Wherever self-interest and shallowness undermine relationships and stability
we will pass on faithfulness.
Wherever lawlessness and carelessness generate chaos and fear
we will pass on self-control.
Taken from the Hope UMC August 29, 2010 bulletin
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