Circle Of Love 

The term "inner circle" is used to define those people who are most important in your life, be they solely your immediate family, friends and close relations, or some other personal grouping.These are the relationships you tend to invest the most time and energy in to, thus, their effect on our emotional state is more profound than, say, how we might react when communicating with someone who is outside of this circle. For example, if, while walking down a busy sidewalk in the heart of New York City, a man you have never seen before glares at you and growls, “I hate you,” chances are good you will not be adversely affected, but you will roll your eyes, brush off the comment thinking the man is in need of a mental health professional, and continue on about your merry way. However, have someone who is in your inner circle mutter this same negative statement, and most individuals will react strongly, the words acting as tiny daggers to our heart.

Consider the constantly meddling and berating mother-in-law, and the effect such continual attacks may have on her adult child and their family. Or, what about the parent who puts down his teen whenever he is angry with him?  

Just as the cylindrical shape of the wedding band symbolizes the never-ending circle of love in marriage, the proverbial "inner circle" representing those relationships most dear to us should be regarded as equally precious. Both are deserving of respect, care and the utmost attention so that the circle of love is not weakened or hindered by thoughtless words or actions.

There is another circle of love which exists, but sadly, some people will never experience its manifold blessings. The circle is the never-ceasing love between God and man; a continual bond which links us with the Divine. Its reward is eternal life and salvation, and it is freely placed upon the heart of any man who humbly calls upon the name of the Lord.    

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Contributed by Melanie Schurr (Copyright (c)2003 Melanie Schurr) Melanie Schurr is author of "Ecstatic Living Ecstatic Loving: How to have more peace and joy in marriage, and life in general by walking in harmony with God," and "Son Salutations: A refreshing collection of modern inspirations for those who seek God each day." For more information, visit her web page at www.angelfire.com/mi/melschurr