Sheep and Wolves, Serpents and Doves

Living in this part of the world -- sometimes known as the "second world" -- has given me a new outlook on many things. I realize that in some ways things are better back home, but also, things are bad everywhere, yet things are also good everywhere. I definitely think the situation of world affairs is getting worse, but on the other hand, there are people fighting hard to make their world a better place, and caring for those around them. Many people are like sheep -- ignorant, and content to follow the leader. Some people are like foxes -- sneaky, and cleverly exploiting others for their own gain. You see a lot of the first group in my home country, and you see a lot of the second in this country. However, I have seen some people everywhere I go who are great people that devote themselves to love and kindness. These are the followers of the truth, and the worshipers of the divine -- those who give of themselves so that others may benefit.

"Behold, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves. Therefore be wise as serpents, and harmless as doves. -- Matthew 10:16