Never Alone



I have people reach out to me from time to time through this page. We talk about things happening in their jurisdiction, which I always start by telling them, I am not a member of your jurisdiction, or lodge and any opinion is not in any way shape or form given with the intent of interfering with any business transpiring. They will sometimes laugh at me for the “legal” disclaimer. But there is a Landmark and some things I just don’t play with.

Sometimes Brothers will reach out to share some things that are on their minds and get a bit of clarity. Over the last four years or so this is normally the messages I get. Just looking for someone outside of their jurisdiction and not connected to the issue in any way to listen. Not solving anything but just being an ear. I am always happy to do this. I have found that most issues can quickly be resolved if we all stop and take the time to listen to understand and not listen to hear only.

There have been times I have reached out to some folks that read this page that over time I have a connection with. Sometimes things just feel stupid, dumb, or maybe clouded and I just feel like I missed the mark. Therapist sometimes need Therapists, Pastors need Pastors. Masters need Masters….and Brothers need Brothers.

Last year in my Grand Eastern Star meetings our Worth Grand Matron would always end her address with something like this “It does not matter what you do, or where you go. God is always with you and watching.” Now she was not saying this to say that the GAOTU is standing over you with a leather strap like a hacked off parent ready to scold. I know it sure feels that way sometimes.

I know I often use the Christian VSL and I am again. Why? It was the first thing that came to mind when I thought about the “All Seeing Eye”. Yes, we are watched, but yes we are assisted and are never alone.

“Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows!” – Luke 12:6-7

This reference in my opinion is not saying we are greater than the sparrows. To say that would put one part of creation over another. I believe that the GAOTU sees and treats all of the whole of Creation equally.

Sometimes in divine wisdom Brothers are put in our path not only to listen to us when we are troubled. But, to make us think about where we stand. Even pick us up when we fall…and we sure will and do. But, no matter what. We are not alone.

I love you and may we govern ourselves accordingly


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