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To: aMorePerfectUnion
God made life to enjoy.

Do you see it that way? As opposed to made humans to serve God? Many Blessed Saints' lives full of suffering and misery, for a reason. Can't say the same for many who go around sporting "Life is Good" bumper stickers.

26 posted on 08/05/2013 6:45:02 PM PDT by steve86 (Acerbic by Nature, not Nurture™)
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To: steve86

A gentle correcting is in order.

A good and holy life is one that is “balanced”. It is one full of both joys and sorrows, in serving God.

Joy can be holy too.


39 posted on 08/06/2013 4:30:55 AM PDT by Biggirl (“Go, do not be afraid, and serve”-Pope Francis)
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To: steve86

“Do you see it that way? As opposed to made humans to serve God? Many Blessed Saints’ lives full of suffering and misery, for a reason. Can’t say the same for many who go around sporting “Life is Good” bumper stickers. “

Yes!

Sex produces procreation, but it is pleasurable.
Food is for nourishment, but it is pleasurable.
Friendship has practical uses, but it is pleasurable.
Life is filled with blessings.

Perhaps you need time to count your blessings?

God commands us to “enjoy life with the wife of your youth.”

If God brings suffering into your life, trust Him. Paul says “in everything give thanks” and “rejoice in suffering”.

Life is good because the Author of life is good.


46 posted on 08/06/2013 7:45:59 AM PDT by aMorePerfectUnion (The more corrupt the state, the more numerous the laws - Tacituss)
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