Trash Can or Temple?

By Dr. Ron Jones

Oscar the Grouch is a Muppet character on the television program Sesame Street. He's a green monster with a prickly personality who lives in a trash can. He proclaims his affection for trash with a song called "I Love Trash."

Like Oscar, some people I know love trash. They must because they fill their minds with trashy thoughts from trashy music, trashy movies, and trashy television programs. They even enjoy reading trashy romance novels. Can any of that make a person happy?

Are you a trash can or a temple? Your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, and Jesus said, “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God” (Matthew 5:8). Don't you think it's time to take out the trash?

Comments

Dareefa says:
I want my personal piece of hapiness n form of my personal house. Has anyone ever walked into a home and felt completely thrown off by the layout or décor? Last week I visited a villa that looked normal from the outside, but inside it had these hidden corridors and a spiral staircase that led to a tiny rooftop library. I didn’t even know where to start exploring first—it was like a maze! I’m curious if others have stumbled upon homes that were unexpectedly quirky or impressive.
Virtuwe says:
Sometimes I just enjoy walking around neighborhoods without any plan and peeking at the different architectural styles. Even a small garden gate or balcony can catch my attention and tell a story about the people living there. There’s something peaceful about seeing the little details that make a house unique, even if you never step inside. I always notice how lighting, textures, and greenery completely change the vibe of a street.
Harsh says:
I once toured this modern villa that had a glass floor over a koi pond in the living room—it was wild. The way they used space and light made the place feel like a private art gallery. I actually found a bunch of similar jaw-dropping projects while browsing https://insiderealty.ae/en/projects , and some of the layouts are so creative, you wouldn’t even guess it from the street view. Definitely gives you ideas for home design inspiration.

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