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Welcome to Varied Expressions of Worship

This blog will be written from an orthodox Christian point of view. There may be some topic that is out of bounds, but at present I don't know what it will be. Politics is a part of life. Theology and philosophy are disciplines that we all participate in even if we don't think so. The Bible has a lot to say about economics. How about self defense? Is war ethical? Think of all the things that someone tells you we should not touch and let's give it a try. Everything that is a part of life should be an expression of worship.

Keep it courteous and be kind to those less blessed than you, but by all means don't worry about agreeing. We learn more when we get backed into a corner.

Friday, April 3, 2015

Opus 2015-85: Old and Young: Expectations

I don’t think I will ever get used to the low standards of my students.

I have a picture in my mind.  It involves a young lady who would appear to have everything going for her.  She is attractive and has a nice personality, when she wants to show it.  She is capable of doing the work and doing it well, when she wants to.  She asked what her grade was.  When I told her a low “C” she radiated happiness.  This story could be repeated with slight variations, such as joy at a “D-”.

I was too lazy to get “A’s” and too smart to get “F’s”.  I found a “C” to be embarrassing.  I don’t understand the satisfaction with squeaking by.

Welcome to 21st century America.

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4 comments:

  1. Vincent TonApril 3, 2015 at 8:08 AM

    Who was she?

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    1. PumiceApril 4, 2015 at 7:36 AM

      You meet her every day. She is Everystudent. She is a symbol of what is wrong with humanity. She might even be hiding in you.

      Beyond that, my lips are sealed.

      Grace and peace.

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  2. Vincent TonApril 3, 2015 at 8:08 AM

    Who was she?

    ReplyDelete
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    1. PumiceApril 4, 2015 at 7:36 AM

      You meet her every day. She is Everystudent. She is a symbol of what is wrong with humanity. She might even be hiding in you.

      Beyond that, my lips are sealed.

      Grace and peace.

      Delete

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