Education should not be limited only in school or in class

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Daohe · May 11, 2024
Education has traditionally focused on individual success and competition. The future of education, however, will emphasize collaboration, diversity, and inclusivity. It will shift from a self-centered approach to one that celebrates collective contributions and social impact, empowering individuals to actively shape a better society through their unique talents and strengths.

Education knows no boundaries, whether they be within the confines of a classroom or beyond the walls of a school. It is a lifelong journey that accompanies us from birth until death. From the earliest stages of our existence, we begin to learn and absorb information from the world around us. Every experience, interaction, and observation contribute to our education.

Outside the classroom, we find a wealth of opportunities for learning. Our interactions with family, friends, and society at large contribute to our growth and understanding of the world, which shapes our values and insight. We learn from our communities by participating in social activities, volunteering, and engaging in diverse cultural practices. Yet this part of education potential is not fully seen and understood in current society.

It is essential to recognize that education is not limited to a specific phase of our lives. It is a continuous process that evolves and adapts as we grow. As we enter the workforce, we continue to learn through professional development, gaining new skills, and acquiring practical knowledge. Even in retirement, we discover new hobbies, explore different interests, and continue our intellectual pursuits.

The future of education holds great promise and potential. By embracing a holistic approach that integrates the resources of schools, families, and society, we can create a transformative educational ecosystem. This integrated approach will empower individuals to navigate the complexities of life, equipping them with the skills and mindset necessary to thrive in an ever-changing world.

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活出上帝的教義:尋找靈魂的富足

Yicheng · Nov 11, 2024

本文節選於一次志願者談話,做了一定的修改。 講述者是道何。 今天我們對“尋找靈魂的富足”做一探討。 感謝大家的參與和旁聽。 上帝永遠祝福於我們,願我們與上帝同在。 在《馬太福音》中,耶穌在曠野中度過四十天時,魔鬼試圖引誘祂將石頭變成食物,耶穌卻說了這樣的話:“人活著,不是單靠食物,乃是靠上帝口裡所出的每一句話。 “(馬太福音4:4)。 這句話啟發我們去探索真正支撐我們的力量,並指引我們超越物質需求,探索精神上的富足。 在現代社會中,物質慾望越來越容易滿足,人們卻越來越與精神世界脫節。 我們所有人都在追逐更有錢、更豪華的車、更大的房子、更高的分數、升職等等。 當然,這些追求都是正當的,是為了更幸福的生活和社會進步,但真正指引人生方向、維繫人類社會的,實際上是無形的精神力量。 人類的行為總是由潛在的動機所驅動,而這些動機往往源於我們的價值觀。 如果這些動機主要出於自私的慾望,那麼我們就會創造一個每個人只關心自身利益的世界。 而如果這些動機源自上帝的智慧,我們則更有可能在地球上建立一個天堂,或者說上帝的國度。 真正活出上帝的教義,我們就會發現時刻反思自己的行為和選擇。 通過反思,我們能夠修正錯誤,重新指引人生的方向。 即使面對生活中的挑戰和不公,我們也會選擇走正道,而不是隨波逐流。 由此我們能夠認識到人性的弱點,以及靈魂成長的必要性。 活出上帝的教義意味著不再只是被動接受外來環境與文化的影響,而是以道德與正確的價值觀引導自己,積極行動起來去改變外在的環境,這才符合上帝的意志。 上帝的意志就是讓人間變成一個更好的地方,讓社會有一個更加美好的未來。 活出上帝的教義意味著愛自己,還要把你的愛擴及他人與世界。 由這份真摯的愛,我們的能力會得到充分的釋放,做各種各樣能夠利益他人與社會的事情。 這些行動讓你發現自己內在的真愛,發現靈魂深處無盡的力量。 如此生活,我們不止是在活著,而是活出了生命的意義和價值。 遵循上帝的話語,我們能夠激發內在的靈性潛能,成為更好的自己,服務世界,而這正是人生最可貴的一部分。 活出上帝的教義並不意味著犧牲自己成就別人,而是以上帝的智慧引導我們的生活,激勵我們去創造更多利益和財富,這些反過來也將惠及我們自身。 我們可以從以下幾點開始: 我們常常用物質去填補內心的空虛,但耶穌在曠野中面對誘惑時給了我們另一種答案:一種紮根於信仰、活出教義的生活。 讓祂的教義指引我們走上正道,我們才能獲得內心的滋養,走向真正的滿足與幸福。

Living by the Word: Finding True Spiritual Fulfillment

Yicheng · Nov 11, 2024

This is an excerpt of a speech originally in Chinese given to Yicheng volunteers. It is slightly edited and revised. The speaker is Daohe. Today we will explore the topic “seeking fulfillment of the soul”. Thank you for your attendance. God bless us. May God be with us. In the Gospel of Matthew, during Jesus’s […]

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