A maxim says, 'Nothing is completely finished until it's put in its final shape.' This implies that no matter how good something is, it should be trimmed and organized to make it more valuable. It is the same in our faith. Practice is important in making goodness shine more brightly. For instance, when we see someone in difficulty, there is a big difference between just having sympathy and sharing what we have from the heart, no matter how little it might be. Even a small present or a word of encouragement is much better than nothing. By practicing goodness and giving strength and support to others, you can be the light in this world and God will pour out greater love and blessing upon you.
From Dr. Jaerock Lee's column series "The Way" carried in the Hankook Economic Daily