Transformative
hope in a
complex world.

Or a shorter version, “What we learn from history is that we do not learn from history.” The history of Israel in Old Testament times was evidence of Hegel’s insight and certainly contemporary history reflects Hegel’s wisdom as well. What have we learned from history? What have we learned from the past 4 years? What have we learned from the past year? Often we get so focused on “out with the old and in with the new,” especially after a year like 2020, that we pass on identifying lessons learned in turbulent times. From March forward, we lived life differently that perhaps we ever have before now. I so identify with those who are ready for life to change for the better. The temptation is to say that none of these months are worthy of examining for new insights and lessons. We want to get our vaccinations and get back to an old normal that may not welcome the lessons learned over this past year. What were some of the lessons you learned that are worthy of bringing into the new year? What difference might these lessons make when the threats of the deadly pandemic are lessened by mass inoculations? How will lessons learned change the new normal yet to come? These are some of the thoughts that we might consider; Out with the Old – Perhaps not so Fast.