We would be wise to take ourselves out of the equation; this idea speaks to the heart of paradox. Considering there is no greater worldly aspiration than to live and love in the presence of the Lord, then why take ourselves out of the equation? Sounds counter intuitive not to be part of the greatest aspiration. For me, this calls to mind some common clichés, as well as the most profound teachings. At the center of Christianity is Christ Jesus praying, pleading, sorrowfully crying and joyfully praising that His will, be put aside, and the will of God His Father be done. Simply put, don’t stand in your own light, get out of the way and let the Light shine through. Although simply put, not so simply accomplished, certainly never completed. However, the first step seems to be, to see yourself as God sees you. Leave your baggage behind, walk away from the tracks which can only take you as far as they go. Take what you know and make it what you believe. If I’m not judging myself, it would never occur to me to judge others.