Message #28193

[guest88]

In terms of self mastery I can understand the idea of putting in work needed to live a more fulfilling life... I am not sure I am convinced one has to leave their friends or family who do not mirror the lifestyle one is seeking...  Maybe you do and it is fine but I think reason is not the only tool required to living wisdom... To feel close to God, to live a happy life, to experience fulfillment- Love too, is required... Would Jesus turn anyone away? Who said God is Love?
I understand needing to walk away from undesirable or toxic relationships- I just think it's important to remember, do not close your heart to those you may one day walk away from. This world is full of trials, we don't need to run from them. If you're constantly running from those you have deemed intolerable you are only giving power to your irritability or maybe other undesirable behaviors. If one day this friend or family member who you find no longer serves you calls upon you- do not hesitate to meet the call, that's all. Keeping the heart open is a direct path to commune with God.