(Small watercolor study of Griffin)
The news keeps pouring in with reports of the latest tragedy and loss of human lives. It seems like a weekly occurrence of late. It has happened across the ocean in Paris recently and now in our own back yard this week. We live with increased uncertainty and concern about our daily public activities. This is the world we now live in with growing terrorism. It is not the kind, gentle world of a Mr. Roger's Neighborhood where we are living well together in that neighborhood.
This is also the beginning of the Advent season in which we prepare for the celebration of the first coming of Christ some 2,000 years ago in the Middle East. My pastor reminded us again Sunday that Advent is about two issues......lamenting and longing. We lament the evil in this world and in our own lives as a result of the Fall. We long for rescue and redemption from the evil and to be forever enjoying life with Christ when He returns again bringing true freedom, beauty, and goodness. No government anywhere in the world can bring about the true peace that humanity is craving. Christ is the Prince of Peace!
This weekend I look forward to enjoying another season performance of Handel's The Messiah. It speaks to the evil condition in which we live and portrays beautifully through the art of music the remedy to the human condition.
As you go about your day, remember to love deeply and live life wide open to what is good and beautiful. Serve and encourage others. Leave a legacy of goodness in the wake of your life. You never know when it could be your last, so make it your best! Be courageous in the face of fear.
Live bravely and beautifully!
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