Living faithfully in this world is a
complicated business. On the one hand, we are surrounded by countless
incidents of senseless violence, unimaginable suffering, and
immeasurable cruelty. And yet, on the other hand, we are also
surrounded by countless acts of bravery, unimaginable kindness, and
immeasurable compassion. All too often we become so overwhelmed by
the first list that we fail to even notice the second list. Of course
we need to pay attention to the painful realities which we encounter.
It is important to bring our best creativity to bear as we seek to
make the world a safer, more peaceful, more loving place for
everyone. And if we hope to do so in any sort of effective and
sustainable way then we dare not ignore the amazing positive
qualities which are shining all around us. We need to draw upon every
brave, kind, compassionate resource we can find. Only then will we be
equipped to shine the Light of God’s Love into the world.
- Pastor Roger
(keeping my feet firmly planted in
the flow)
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