James 4 verses 13 and 14 "Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain. Whereas ye know not what shall be on morrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away."

Are you prepared to meet your Maker?

Irvin L. Rozier, Captain (Ret) US Army, Chaplain of American Legion Post 181 aka walkin2e

But what is true moral of this story? At what cost - what sacrifice, are we, as human beings willing to make to gain justice, or peace for that matter?

In modern times, families and friends can easily become foes at drop of a dime - given right circumstances. All too often, family unit is quickly losing ethical bonds due to monetary gain or loss. Whether a parent, grandparent or other significant family member passes away, I find that even close-knit family members become vulturous carnivores who are quick to sever ties in stead of money. Rather than giving up monetary gain, green-eyed monster takes over and gnashes its teeth at its own branches.

Sadly, it happens way too much in today's society. Logically, rational and "better" person rises above situation (as in story of King Solomon and two mothers), sacrificing prize as opposed to greedily and savagely destroying it (and all relationships concerned). If individuals would practice teachings of an age-old tale, perhaps this world would be a much happier, loving and peaceful place. Some thoughts to ponder...

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