According to a study by the Harvard Center for Human Flourishing, in collaboration with Barna and Gloo, there are seven dimensions that should be considered in the development of human character. All of these dimensions should be maintained in a healthy balance, as the exaggeration of any one of them could have negative overall effects.... Continue Reading →
The human mind—unlike any other organ—requires intentional formation and constant attention. For the purpose of this discussion, we will use the term “mind” to refer to everything related to the human personality, since, according to modern science, the brain is the seat of affections, stress responses, and intelligence. This understanding contrasts sharply with ancient perspectives,... Continue Reading →
Not only are behavior modifiers dangerous, but so are distractions. The essential elements of life that deserve our attention and respect include: time with God, with one’s spouse, with children and grandchildren, with the community, and with others beyond these immediate circles. There is a wide range of distractions—partying, watching or playing games, going on... Continue Reading →
There are several aspects of sin that deserve closer attention. One of them is its function as a modifier of behavior and thought. When a person is immersed in a particular category of sin, they become unable to manifest themselves fully, as God intended. Sin, as someone once said, is the opposite of freedom. Those... Continue Reading →
In the middle of the 20th century, a traditional law of keeping the Lord’s Day was still revered. Our times, however, seem to reject many of the good customs and rules that once helped humanity maintain peace of mind. A simple example is the shift toward allowing trade on Sundays. Even the best among us... Continue Reading →
Depending heavily on wisdom, love seems to have a dual nature. It belongs both to the center of affection — wherever that may be located — and to the center of practical thinking. It is a mixture: an affection that arises spontaneously, but which can also be cultivated, elevated, and strengthened; and a kind of... Continue Reading →
Love makes a person deeply interested in as many details as possible about the one they love. This is most obvious at the beginning of a love story between two young adults: one wants to share as much as possible, the other wants to absorb every detail — and this happens in both directions. A... Continue Reading →
Don’t be fooled by words and statements when it comes to love. Like wisdom, love is a joint, mixed concept — both theoretical and practical. Love depends greatly on wisdom, and wisdom deepens over time and through the pursuit of hard work. Love is connected to wisdom. There is no real love without real wisdom,... Continue Reading →
I imagine the meeting we will have with Christ as a speechless one — like the way the father of the prodigal son embraced and kissed his son, without saying a word. He was speechless out of love, deeply moved by the joy of that moment. God is full of love for us even now,... Continue Reading →
It is God’s grace that is permanently monitoring us in a way that is not easily comprehensible with human eyes. A notable example is that of the miraculous fishing of the last chapter of John: Jesus said to them, “Children, do you have any fish?” They answered him, “No.” He said to them, “Cast the... Continue Reading →
The Deeper Diver 