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The problem with groups, whether we’re talking high school sports teams or members at the local country club, is that they tend to be exclusive. Even if they are open to anyone—and many groups appear to be and are not—they still elevate group members into a special category that transcends the rest of the populous.  |
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the US Constitution or the Ten Commandments…which is more important to be taught in our nation’s classrooms?
Sharon,
Why do we have to choose? An awareness of both is for our education - and for many the latter is our edification as well.
All the best,
Bishop Jakes
The Ten Commandments of course.Because the commandments are the foundation of life that God has given us to live by.
I’m assuming here you’re talking about teaching thin in public classrooms? If that is the case then there is no question that it would be the Constitution. The US Constitution applies to EVERY citizen in this country, regardless of your religious affiliation.
Why would you make every student, especially those who are NOT Christian, learn the Ten Commandments? That’s just a completely idiotic idea. If you want your children to learn about your religion, that is something that should be taught at home, in church, or at private religious schools. NOT in public, tax-payer funded classrooms.
Unless you want to grant every other faith the same respect and allow children to learn the tenets of Judaism, Islam, Budhism, Wicca, etc. why would you even want to open up that can of worms by bringing Christianity into public schools? You can’t demand that public schools teach Christian principles unless you afford the same privilege to non-Christian faiths.
Dear Bishop,
I find your recommendations fascinating, especially for me since I am thinking seriously about starting my own business at 44. It is kind of daunting since I do not have capital and also have a family to cater for. But I do have a plan and a lot of hope. What would you advise?
I agree with that concept because it’s always best to know who’s working for you and who you are working with and if they share the same values. Researching one’s intentions or character is important and beneficial to understand where a person is coming from where they stand and how it may or may not affect your life, position or what you are trying to accomplish. I am a business major and I do know that is excellent and valuable advice.
Why is’t that a real christian normally encounter delay in his or her life, for example marriage, breakthrough, etc.
Hello Bishop Jakes and everyone, I am here today for advice and guidance. I have been married for almost five years. My wife and I have just mutually in hearts said I do recently. For all of our marriage we have have been going in two seperate directions like a tug a war. We just had an eye opening experience which change our relationship. Now with this change steps has to made to move forward. I must admit that feel that i really dont know how to have a relationship after experiencing so many failed ones without success. My question and search for advice is what does a woman want for herself and from her man/husband? I asked m wife but she wants me to figure it out. Where do I start Bishop?
Dear T.D.,
Many thanks for your wisdom of “begin to think of yourself as a CEO”. I was looking for something different to read and picked up your book, Before You Do, popped open to pg. 65, felt like I was hit with a bucket of cold water (very wide awake now and with lots of energy) and knew I had to get the book from the library (managing my resources). So far,I have read only chapter 4. I have found the idea of running my life like a business to be very inspirtational and motivational. I have been “in the red” (stuck) for a couple of years and am now going to “start turning a profit” (fulfillment). I have become more conscious of how I am spending my time and am choosing to spend my time in ways and with people who are “adding to my bottom-line”. I appreciate the knowledge on looking at my “team” - confidantes, constituents and comrades. This helped me to understand some working relationship issues. I feel much more empowered by the knowledge you have provided and am using what I’m learning to make changes within and with my daily decisions at home, work and within my community. With gratitude, A
This is an AWESOME book. It is what you parents would have taught you if they knew.
I feel that this is T.D. Jakes best effort.
Read, mature then pass it on.
Thanks!