Philippians 4:5a

"Let your moderation be known unto all men."

Paul, here, is asking for just about the impossible. How can you be known for moderation? Extremes get noticed, moderation overlooked. Yet, with Supreme Court nomination hearings about to get underway, Paul's message seems rather appropriate. Moderation wins the day in such a scenario -- you can't please everyone, but you can avoid making them angry.

Still, whether becoming famous for moderation is easy or difficult, moderation itself may have its own rewards. Imagine the energy it takes to be extreme...