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I have been involved in scouting for most of my life.

I was a boy scout when I was in school, and I was a scout master for 10 years when our

sons were in scouts.

Even though I have long since retired, I can still recite the scout law by memory.

You're welcome to join along if you know it.

The sign's up.

A scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty,

brave, clean, and reverent.

I've often thought about what one word could best summarize those 12 character traits.

Perhaps it's the word righteousness, being made right and good.

So a question, do you generally consider yourself to be righteous?

Is that a word that your friends, family, and associates might use to describe you?

Well, this meditation from Amos chapter 5 is a reflection on righteousness, turning

away from what is immoral or corrupt, and turning towards what is virtuous and upright.

So to begin your meditation, find a place to be comfortable, alone, quiet, and still.

And receive this meditation as a divine sanctuary to turn toward righteousness.

Allow your eyes to close, become mindful of your breathing.

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