Spiritual Short

Have you ever heard the phrase “Don’t let anyone get your goat” and wondered what it meant? One theory about its origin says it comes from the use of goats as companions for racehorses so they can be calm and focused. If someone removes a horse’s goat, the horse can become unsettled and agitated, hurting his race.

In the United States, Thanksgiving is a very special day—a day set aside for giving thanks—which also happens in several other countries, at different times. The Bible is filled with the joy and blessings that come from sincerely praising, glorifying, and giving thanks to God, and the necessity and naturalness of doing so.

The term rain check usually refers to a ticket issued in case a baseball game or other event is canceled because of rain. It can also have another meaning, when we look out the window to see if it’s raining.

When I moved into my first apartment, on my list of things to buy for my room was artwork. So I went to a store, picked out a couple of pieces I thought were nice-looking, and hung them on the wall.

I just finished chapter 6 in the book of Daniel in the Bible—Daniel of lions’ den fame. Wow! If he were around now, I’d feel impelled to email him.

One particular group of people has a type of bond that is perhaps unequaled by any other. This group is found in a Christian Science church service.

Over the years I have walked in nature many times. I have enjoyed walking alone so that I could have time to pray and commune with God.

The other morning I woke up with unpleasant thoughts. Not horrible, but just kind of sad, anxious, and depressing.

Recently I felt there was no need for me to attend a scheduled business meeting at my branch Church of Christ, Scientist. It was a warm, humid day, and I felt I would be more comfortable at home.

When a loved one passed away, I felt a sense of separation and aloneness. Endeavoring to pray and overcome the grief, I recalled an earlier experience I’d had during one of my daily walks that took me past several blocks of art galleries.