Five Minute Friday: Beyond

I first thought of beyond as something far.  Something way out there that was a bit further than my reach.  Think of the term "above & beyond".  People are grateful when we not only extend ourselves, but over-extend ourselves.  In fact, the lengths that some people go through--it's more like hyper-extending themselves.

Then I started wondering why "beyond" always seems to be associated with "out do".   I think the reality is that for some, beyond is a lot closer than we think.

Sometimes we're so wrapped up in ourselves, so self-consumed that we can't see past the tips of our noses.  So, to redefine beyond--I'd say it's outside your personal bubble.  When you start to put yourself aside and do things that aren't limited to your comfort zone--that's beyond.

When you step out in faith and work to help someone--that's beyond.  When you pray for others, sincerely believing in God's mighty power though your own prayers seem unanswered--that's beyond.  When you don't think twice about helping someone else and do it without keeping a running tab--that's beyond.

When you set aside yourself and choose to give and exude love & kindness to everyone, in all circumstances--that's beyond.
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Your turn.  It's Friday--time to stop, drop & write.  Go beyond your comfort zone & link up too.  Or at least browse through a few other posts and maybe leave a comment or two or more.