sides

Games can begin by dividing those who will take part into teams. This is called choosing sides. The same terms apply in a less benign manner to those who join a dispute. The concept of allies and enemies is very strong and prevalent. Do you think of me as being above all this and not joining anyone’s side? Do you think of yourself as having your own side as opposed to mine? I tell you that I am more for you than you are for yourself. I love you. My commandments guide you to life, and my thoughts toward you are of peace, to give you a future and a hope. You should be as much on your own side as I already am.