more light #308
Daily Survival Kit For Freemasons
by Ed Halpaus
Grand Lodge Education Officer
Grand Lodge of A. F. & A. M. of Minnesota
Daily Survival Kit for Freemasons
by Dennis A. Coltart, P.M.
Today, I will contemplate my presence here on earth and that my Creator has a
purpose for my existence which may or may not always be clear to me, but will
live by his Commandments in order that I might not spot or stain the character
which has become me.
Today, I will strive to be a good citizen in the eyes of my neighbor, my
community, the state and my country. I will revere my country’s banner, honor
its Constitution and laws, be grateful for the freedoms I enjoy and bear in mind
that the right to those freedoms has cost in lives throughout the ages.
Today, I will remind myself that I am a Master Mason and that I have knelt at
the altar and have taken an obligation upon myself and in the presence of those,
my brethren, with my hands, my heart and my mind focused upon the Holy Bible,
Square and Compass and to live and act in accordance with their moral and
symbolic teachings.
Today, I will extend my hand to a worthy brother in distress, and to all
persons knowing them to be one of God’s children who is in need or suffering,
and will require of them only the reassurance that they would act and perform
the same should they find another in like situation as they themselves are and
requiring no more or less of them.
Today, I will be more tolerant and cordial of those around me, and will
abstain from being judgmental of those who are less fortunate than myself, but
will encourage them to stand erect, to count their blessings and to make the
best of the life which God has so graciously given them.
Today, I will speak only positively about my fellow man and will cast away
all criticism, animosity and jealousy that may offend, humiliate or otherwise
degrade another’s name, their heritage or their religion, keeping in mind that
we are all made in the image of the Grand Architect of the Universe and through
him we are all related.
Today, I will do whatever is required of me to perpetuate the existence of
Freemasonry by being mindful of those who have not found it in themselves to
seek more “light” about our gentle craft, its beginnings, its tenets, and its
teachings. To offer up information to those who demonstrate a genuine interest
and, who in my mind, are worthy to receive that “light”.
Today, I will spend quality time with my family and provide for their
happiness and welfare so that together we may support one another physically,
emotionally and spiritually.
Today, I will pray to my God according to the dictates and customs of my
chosen religion.
Today, I will support Freemasonry by attending a Symbolic Lodge and will
endeavor to be an active, enthusiastic, and supportive member of the world’s
largest and oldest “Brotherhood of Man.”
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