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Welcome to Varied Expressions of Worship

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.

Saturday, April 5, 2025

Opus 2025-202: Patterns

I’m thinking about how useful patterns are.  You can call them rituals, habits, even ruts.  This came to mind as I was going into the house from sitting on the porch in the early morning.  One of the first things I do when I go through the door it’s turn around and lock it.  It started as a conscious choice, now it is a pattern.

When I wake up, I say, “Good morning, Lord.”
When I sit down with my coffee, I look at the sky and remind myself of the Creator.
When I go out the door, I reflexively pat my left pocket to see if there are keys there.
If I use the restroom, I reflexively put down the lid.
After using the restroom, I reflexively wash my hands.
Breakfast is a routine so I don’t forget my medication
Think about patterns that are instilled in you as a child.  Your parents kept hammering away until certain things were driven out of your system.
Stop picking your nose.
Get your elbows off the table.
What is the magic word?
Some patterns are almost universal, or should be. Others may be unique to me.

homo unius libri

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