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Caring, sharing and loving what a great recipe. Hugs, handshakes, acts
of kindness things that one does not what one says. AS a former member
of Rotary International I was introduced to a simple, four-part guideline

introduced by Herbert J Taylor a man of action, faith and high moral
principles. Charged with trying to rescue a dying company the deeply

religious Taylor prayed for guidance to create a guide for his employees
to use in their dealings with each other and their customers. As a result,

the four way test, which may be one of the most famous statements of
our time, was born.

The four-way test of things we, think, say or do is as follows:

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1. Is it the truth?
2. Is it Fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build goodwill and better friendships?
4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned.

Following this guide will guarantee that we become involved in the lives
of others. Paul writes Slide 11

“we wanted to give you our hearts and we did.” 1 Thesselonians 2:8

Rick Ezell wrote, “When we make room for others in our lives the walls

of indifference and apathy come down. When we make room for others
we discover the best of others and the best in ourselves..” Truly we

prepare the soil to produce a rich harvest.

Martin Buber, the Austrian philosopher, wrote “Sin is our failure to

grant another his plea for community.” May we never be guilty of that
sin as we ensure the seeds of authentic relationships are firmly planted to
yield God’s bountiful harvest.