Whatever Happens to You
The Didache
My child, flee from all evil and from everything
resembling it. Do not get angry, for anger leads
to murder. My child, do not grumble, for this leads
to blasphemy; be gentle-minded, for those of a
gentle mind shall possess the earth. Be patient
and have a loving heart.
Do not be one who stretches out his hands to receive
but closes them when it comes to giving. If you have
earned something by the work of your hands, pass it on
as a ransom for your sins. Do not turn away from
those who are in need, but share all things in
common with your brother.
Your heart shall not cling to the high and mighty, but
turn to the good and humble folk. Accept as good
whatever happens to you or affects you, knowing that
nothing happens without God.
From the history files - advice for daily living from the first
Christians.
http://www.bruderhof.com/articles/Didache.htm
Source: "The Early Christians," ed. by Eberhard Arnold
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