1st day/ God created ‘Light’, day & night
2nd day/ God created the ‘sky’
3rd day/ God created the grass, the trees, and plants with seeds (maybe that’s where the idea of the ‘immaculate conception’ came from!)
4th day/ God created the moon, stars and the sun
5th day/ God created the creature of the earth & sea, and he blessed them to grow in numbers
6th day/ God created man and woman, and for them to rule over the earth
7th day/ God went out for pizza with Adam and Eve.
Monday, November 30, 2009
Sunday, November 22, 2009
11.22.09Blog 2
I was talking to my friend Danna Goldhaber from back east, a born and raised practicing Jew, about her views on the subject of the Book of Ruth. Here's some of what she said.
“Ruth married into the religion, but just like a good birth-born Jew, Ruth suffered, and suffered, and suffered some more. Her mother-in-law Naomi, a natural born Jew, helped Ruth, a natural born Gentile, fit into the family by making her feel as guilty as any other Jew of the day.”
I do like it when my friends don't take themselves too seriously!!!
I was talking to my friend Danna Goldhaber from back east, a born and raised practicing Jew, about her views on the subject of the Book of Ruth. Here's some of what she said.
“Ruth married into the religion, but just like a good birth-born Jew, Ruth suffered, and suffered, and suffered some more. Her mother-in-law Naomi, a natural born Jew, helped Ruth, a natural born Gentile, fit into the family by making her feel as guilty as any other Jew of the day.”
I do like it when my friends don't take themselves too seriously!!!
Preparations
Preparations
I like the idea of a hand-out with perhaps a synopsis from our 'group' on the Book of Ruth in regards to our presentation, as it can be a great help to the class in prep for the final exam. I feel that it's important to the Ruth group, that our efforts help bring to light what this 'Bible story' can offer to you, in the way of human insights.
I like the idea of a hand-out with perhaps a synopsis from our 'group' on the Book of Ruth in regards to our presentation, as it can be a great help to the class in prep for the final exam. I feel that it's important to the Ruth group, that our efforts help bring to light what this 'Bible story' can offer to you, in the way of human insights.
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Blog 11/15/09
We of 'The Ruth Group' have a pretty fun presentation put together and I'm excited to be having so much fun with this class. The kids understand the book of Ruth inside and out, and bring interesting insights to conversation. For instance, when Shelby suggested that we be certain to use Ruth's speech to Naomi about not parting from her, the 'book' took on more color to me. How human and tenacious of Ruth to cling to her mother in law so. It's just that I have touched into many depths of emotion because of this tiny Bible chapter of Ruth; depths and levels of thought I didn't know I had, so know that I am grateful for this opportunity.
We of 'The Ruth Group' have a pretty fun presentation put together and I'm excited to be having so much fun with this class. The kids understand the book of Ruth inside and out, and bring interesting insights to conversation. For instance, when Shelby suggested that we be certain to use Ruth's speech to Naomi about not parting from her, the 'book' took on more color to me. How human and tenacious of Ruth to cling to her mother in law so. It's just that I have touched into many depths of emotion because of this tiny Bible chapter of Ruth; depths and levels of thought I didn't know I had, so know that I am grateful for this opportunity.
Blog 11/14/09
I have said before how new to blogging I am, never did it before this class. One thing that has impressed me so much is the depth that some of the students go into, about their personal circumstances. It seems that our personal trials, in so many ways, draw parallel to what we are studying in the Bible. Dr. Sexon, is that part of your diabolical plot to get us super-interested in the Bible? Get us to spill our guts about personal things, so we can relate better to the Bible? Well, I think it's working! This morning, while still laying in bed, I was motivated to do some blog review. Go figure, it's how I start my Saturday. Anyway, I am very touched by Natalie's 11/10 blog about her father and while I'm sure that she shed tears while writing it, I did also as I read through the warmness of her honest love for her Dad . I was so touched by her depth of expression in her feelings about the loss of her Dad, her friend & protector! I feel like she created an understanding of her grief and loss.
Natalie, my heart goes out to you, and I want to share with you that I believe we have our beloved ones with us anytime we think of them intentionally with love in our hearts. It can take awhile to switch that 'loss' feeling for another one of gratitude and joy in the fact of having had that person's love in your life in the first place, and know that love is never lost! There remains the joy for life, keep the love and joy for life flowing, I think it is the foundation for LIFE.
In my last blog I talked about my choice for a final paper as being on the book of Job, in part due to some of my own life trials. I realize that I am not alone in figuring how to cope and deal with challenging trials, and that we all get these opportunities to be tested, as is so well exampled by what Natalie shared in her blog of 11/10. I can also draw correlation of Natalie's experience to the book of Ruth, because of the great human emotions that keep us so wonderfully connected, faithful and in need of family; the willingness & loyalty to family! The great struggle of Ruth not to loose her connection with family, her dead husband's mother, her 'mother', Naomi. Natalie understands something very deep within herself, as did Ruth after she lost her husband and had to make the difficult choice to move on, not forget, but to rise up for a greater cause. Now, here is where I get to be the 'Crone' and praise your wisdom for one so young; young in years, yet wise in mind and heart. Here is where I want to tell you that what you are feeling is naturally the best way for you to heal and grow from this challenging life experience. Remain true to your inner center, be the loving, giving, caring human being that your parents intended you to be, that you already are, and remain here on the planet for your duration, so that the rest of us have opportunity to learn from your love. Thank you*
I have said before how new to blogging I am, never did it before this class. One thing that has impressed me so much is the depth that some of the students go into, about their personal circumstances. It seems that our personal trials, in so many ways, draw parallel to what we are studying in the Bible. Dr. Sexon, is that part of your diabolical plot to get us super-interested in the Bible? Get us to spill our guts about personal things, so we can relate better to the Bible? Well, I think it's working! This morning, while still laying in bed, I was motivated to do some blog review. Go figure, it's how I start my Saturday. Anyway, I am very touched by Natalie's 11/10 blog about her father and while I'm sure that she shed tears while writing it, I did also as I read through the warmness of her honest love for her Dad . I was so touched by her depth of expression in her feelings about the loss of her Dad, her friend & protector! I feel like she created an understanding of her grief and loss.
Natalie, my heart goes out to you, and I want to share with you that I believe we have our beloved ones with us anytime we think of them intentionally with love in our hearts. It can take awhile to switch that 'loss' feeling for another one of gratitude and joy in the fact of having had that person's love in your life in the first place, and know that love is never lost! There remains the joy for life, keep the love and joy for life flowing, I think it is the foundation for LIFE.
In my last blog I talked about my choice for a final paper as being on the book of Job, in part due to some of my own life trials. I realize that I am not alone in figuring how to cope and deal with challenging trials, and that we all get these opportunities to be tested, as is so well exampled by what Natalie shared in her blog of 11/10. I can also draw correlation of Natalie's experience to the book of Ruth, because of the great human emotions that keep us so wonderfully connected, faithful and in need of family; the willingness & loyalty to family! The great struggle of Ruth not to loose her connection with family, her dead husband's mother, her 'mother', Naomi. Natalie understands something very deep within herself, as did Ruth after she lost her husband and had to make the difficult choice to move on, not forget, but to rise up for a greater cause. Now, here is where I get to be the 'Crone' and praise your wisdom for one so young; young in years, yet wise in mind and heart. Here is where I want to tell you that what you are feeling is naturally the best way for you to heal and grow from this challenging life experience. Remain true to your inner center, be the loving, giving, caring human being that your parents intended you to be, that you already are, and remain here on the planet for your duration, so that the rest of us have opportunity to learn from your love. Thank you*
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Buddy Job
Being sick sure stinks. It seems like the semester is racing by, and when your out of commission for a few days, it doesnt make it any easier. When talking with Dr. Sexson about my final term paper project, I shared with him a couple of “family” issues that I was experiencing. We agreed that especially with some of my life experiences that I just might relate well to Job. After all, he was tested and tested and tested once again. While he never gave up, he certainly felt like “What the F! I have been at that cross road too many times over my lifetime. I have not had body blisters unless you count psoriasis, While I may not have been the perfect embodiment of human virtue as was Job, I have led a good life I believe and I have had my share of personal trauma and near death experiences. Then with 5 kids, just imagine the challenges. This past week, I had issues with two of my kids. I thought they were grown up. Well as I continue to be tested, Job will remain as a guiding light for my reflection on how bad things can really get. At any rate, I am hanging in there with my good buddy Job.
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