Reflections On Windows Much of the scenario I saw during our vacation in Alaska was through the windows of moving vehicles. I was thankful for the glass that allowed me to see the beauty while remaining warm and dry. But the windows also presented a challenge. When it rained, water drops on the outside obscured the view. When the temperature changed, condensation caused fog to develop on the inside. Those challenges help me understand why it is impossible for us to see life the way God intended it. Sin obscures the beauty of that God wants us to enjoy. Sometimes sin is inside-our selfishness creates a fog that makes us to see ourselves as more important than we are and cause us to forget about others’ interests. Sometimes sin is outside. The injustice of others causes our tears to fall like rain, preventing us from seeing the goodness of God. Sin of any kind keeps us from seeing the wonder and glory of life as God designed it. For now, even though “we see things imperfectly, like puzzling reflections in a mirror” (1Corin. 13:12NLT), e see enough to know that God is good (Ps. 34:8). The many wonderful things that God has revealed will help us to forsake sin and work to minimize its consequences in the world.-Julie Ackerman Link Lord, improve our vision. Clear the fog that comes from self-centered thinking. Help us to uphold justice, to offer comfort to others, and to wipe away the tears that have been left by the storms of life.
Posted on: Sat, 10 Aug 2013 01:56:21 +0000
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