Many a man acquires the notion that he must accumulate possessions by pushing and driving himself to a frenzy. In the process, he loses the ability to replenish his inner power. He has no time to sit down to relax or be silent. He has no time to take a daily walk or exercise. He loses his bodily strength and resistance. He dies prematurely.

Thoughts by the late Rev. Paul Osumi are selected weekly by his family.