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Clarence Darrow was an American lawyer and defended high-profile clients in many of the most famous trials of the early 20th century. When asked once to share how he was able to remain so hopeful when defending so much tragedy, his response was profound.

Darrow answered that when we fully understand the brevity of life, its fleeting joys, and

unavoidable pains, when we accept the fact that all men and women are approaching the same

end, while the consciousness of it should

make us more kindly and considerate of each other. This feeling should make men and women use

their best efforts to help their fellow travelers on the road to make the path brighter and

easier as we journey on. It should bring a closer kinship, a better understanding,

and a deeper sympathy for the wayfarers who must live a common life

and die a common death.

Well, the theme of this meditation from Psalm chapter 90 is, well, just that,

a reflection on helping other fellow travelers on the road to make the path brighter and easier as we journey on being mindful of living

in the present moment the next 15 minutes are a retreat for you to reflect on the brevity of life, focusing not on the finish, but on each precious step we're given in each precious moment.

So take your first step now by allowing your eyes to drift from open to a soft gaze to finally closed and note your

breathing beginning to slow and deepen just take a still moment to concede your life to

God surrender these next few moments to the guidance of the Holy Spirit, the loving fellowship

of Christ, and allowing your heart to seek wisdom from the triune God in this mindful

moment.

Imitate God, therefore, in everything that you do because you are his

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