20 Simple Truths Everybody Should Learn about God, Life, and People

by Dr. Celucien L. Joseph

1. Love is more important than freedom.
2. God is love.
3. God loves the poor.
4. You give life meaning when you love and serve those who can’t love nor serve you in return.
5. Justice and love are inseparable.
6. Don’t follow religion, follow God.
7. Life is a journey not a destiny.
8. Show kindness and compassion to strangers and  the poor.
9. Friendship with the poor and the disadvantaged is worth pursuing.
10.  Give food to those who are hungry, and a cup of water to the thirsty.
11. Justice and compassion will never fade.
12. Many people suffer in the world because of a simple act of injustice.
13. Always do good to others!
14. Love your enemy!
15. Love your family!
16. Love sacrificially and serve unconditionally!
17. Do not pursue money in this life; rather, cultivate genuine relationship with people that will last because people matter more than money or wealth.
18. Invest your time in what is eternal and life-transforming.
19. Pursue what is honorable, just, and beautiful in life.
20. Love God, love your neighbor, and walk in solidarity with the poor, the needy, and the powerless.

*This post was originally published in Dr. Joseph’s personal website.