Saturday 30 March 2019

The Cauldron of Hatred

Looking from the sidelines, it seems to me that there is a big Cauldron of Hatred out there in the world filled with anxiety, bitterness, anger and even hatred amongst its other ingredients of evil.

It seems that in whatever walk of life, be it religion, politics, science or the arts, even dare I say, in one's personal life, there are unhappy people who resent their current situation, regardless of how rich or poor they are, regardless of how healthy or not, and regardless of anything else that can be used as a yardstick to measure their anxiety and angst.

People are generally unhappy and they are dumping their anger and frustrations in this huge Cauldron of Hatred which exists somewhere or other on this earth. It could be in the newspapers, on television and radio, on social media on the Internet, or indeed in their personal lives at work, at play, or even at home when they argue and vent with their spouse, children, neighbours or even the poor cat who gets kicked for no apparent reason.

Have you not noticed the negative tone of some of the stories in your newspaper? Or on TV programs, whether it is the News or even soap programs perpetrating sadness and bitterness as if art imitates real life and or vice versa? Have you not noticed the many postings on social media where individuals pour out their anger and malcontent for all to see and share? And in personal life too; can you not remember the last time the cat has had to hide in a panic to safeguard what is left of his nine lives?

Why all this negativeness? I hear you ask.

I am waiting ... are you asking as I'm expecting?

Why all this vile forever filling the Cauldron of Hatred?

Has it to do with the diets we are all eating? A shortage of good old fashioned roughage such as bran, for instance? Or a good spoonful of cod liver oil before going to bed?

Why are so many of us so upset about this and that and the other thing? Especially the other thing. You know what they say. If it is not this it is always the mother (in-law)!

Is it because we have become greedy and we all want what the other person has and more besides?

Where is the peace we are supposed to have towards each other? Loving one's neighbours and turning the other cheek? (By the way, I mean facial cheek, not your backside!).

Where is the forgiveness time and again and not just seven times seventy?

That's why we are behaving in the despicable way that we do. It has nothing to do with a lack of broccoli or other vile vegetables in our meals.

It is because we have forgotten to "Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another." John 13:35.

It is because people have forgotten to be grateful for what they have and to count their blessings.

Meanwhile, the Cauldron of Hatred keeps filling to overspilling.

30 comments:

  1. Hello, it seems to me the haters and hatred has become more prevalent the last few years. It is a shame when we have leaders that encourage such hatred. People who were once quiet about their true feeling are becoming more vocal. It is a shame, it makes me feel sick. Wishing you a happy day and weekend.

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    1. Sadly you are right, Eileen. Wherever one turns, TV, newspapers or magazines the undertone of every story is negative and putting one opinion against another. Here in the UK we are a divided country.

      Wishing you a great weekend. God bless.

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  2. Amen...amen.

    I think you're right.

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  3. Love, forgiveness. Seems reasonable to me. Small wonder that "forgive" is in the Lord's prayer, and Jesus said that loving God, neighbor **and** self is what the law and the prophets are about.

    And, on an entirely different (?or is it?) topic: I greatly like your "COOKIES POLICY." :)

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    1. It is sad, Brian that many have forgotten how to love themselves, and as a consequence they do not love neighbours as they should.

      I had to have this cookie policy because I do not know the kind of cookies my readers prefer. So they might as well bring their own. I like chocolate digestives - not sure if you have them in the USA.

      God bless, Brian.

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  4. A world full of hate...how sad.
    We should learn to love not hate but unfortunately hating is easier.
    Our world leaders don't help either.
    I Thank God for someone to turn to in this world and to pray to for help in bringing peace among the people before it is all to late.
    Great post Victor.

    God's Blessings~

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    1. As you say, Jan, leaders of all kind seem to be setting the wrong example. I join you in prayer for a more loving peaceful world.

      God bless.

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  5. Well said, Victor, and so true.
    Men have become "lovers of self, lovers of money ...ungrateful,
    unloving,..." just like Timothy said. Some people have forgotten, some are just arrogant. It sure looks like the cauldron is overspilling now.

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    1. You are so right about people being ungrateful and unloving. It seems it is all "me ... me ... me ..." these days.

      God bless you, Chris.

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  6. The ONLY thing I personally 'hate' is 'LIES'; and, it seems that we are ALL constantly being lied-to: by a variety of media 'talking-heads', 'movie stars' & other 'celebrities', by our 'elected politicians', and virtually, EVERYONE who is trying to 'promote' their own, personal agenda -- seeking either, 'fame', 'fortune', and/or 'notoriety'! 'Scandals' seem to have permeated EVERY country and ALL peoples. "The dark days are here" ... and the 'hate' is being fueled by the 'FEAR' of what is to come! I am SO grateful to KNOW-THAT-I-KNOW that THERE IS A LOVING GOD I can turn to in such 'times' as these!

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    1. I agree about the lies you mention Suzanne. Here in the UK we are going through difficult times right now and it is hard to know who to believe any more.

      God bless.

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  7. Imagine how sad our Lord must be feeling! The media has become so vile; and we, unwittingly, carriers of that virus. What do you say, let's gather our 'weapons' of choice and start poking holes in that bucket!

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    1. Prayers, Mevely. That is what is needed. Prayers again and again.

      God bless you.

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  8. The world is full of hate. It is so sad to see and hear. I wish people would just think about what they are saying. What if your family was treated with hate, would you condone it. We are all humans and should treat each other with respect. So what if your views are different. If everyone had the same views wouldn't life be boring. I just wish people would grow up. I hate hate!

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    1. When I see "debates" on TV or on the radio, Bill; all that seems to be is the attitude that "I am right therefore every one else is wrong!" There is no more respect for someone else's point of view, or the possibility that they might be right. Everyone believes that they have a monopoly on being right.

      God bless you my friend. Happy weekend.

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  9. People have come to expect too much. When anything goes wrong they seek someone to blame for there being victimized.

    Life is one big plane ride a d there can be some turbulence, when it comes down to it my disappointment is that the landing gear is going to come down too soon.

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    1. You are so right JoeH. People do expect too much of life rather than be thankful with what they have. And so they get easily disappointed and bitter.

      God bless you friend.

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  10. Loving God first and our neighbors as ourselves is the only antidote to the cauldron of hatred stirred by too many folks. Let us pray!
    Blessings, Victor!

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    1. Indeed Martha we should pray that people get their priorities right and get to know and love God their Creator.

      God bless.

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  11. Yes, I agree with you, Victor. The haters are gaining on us. We all need to pray!

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  12. Yes, it seems like so many people are angry over everything. Seems like the farther we get away from God the worse it gets. Will add my prayers with yours.

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    1. Thank you, Happyone. Let us all pray for peace in this troubled world.

      God bless you and yours.

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  13. Very well said (written) … and so true!

    I do pray for peace in our troubled world, and more harmony too.

    All the best Jan

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    1. Amen, Jan. May our prayers be heard.

      God bless you always.

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  14. It seems like there is more and more hatred out in the world, People need to turn More and more to Our Heavenly Father, and ALL need to Pray..

    Blessings, your new follower
    https://faithandfamily3.wordpress.com/

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