I think this sums up a lot of what Don was wondering about before, during, and after this trip:
"...life is not a story about me, but it is being told to me, and I can be glad of that. I think that is the why of life and, in fact, the why of this ancient faith I am caught up in: to enjoy God. The stars were created to dazzle us, likve a love letter; light itself is just a metaphor, something that exists outside of time, made up of what seems like nothing, infinite in its power, something that can be experienced but not understood, like God. Relationships between men and women indicate something of the nature of God -- that He is relational, that He feels love and loss. It's all metaphor, and the story is about us; it's about all of us who God made, and God Himself, just enjoying each other."
Don talks about not feeling like he has to own, possess, or impress any more.
"I think we are supposed to love our friends and introduce people to the story, to the peaceful, calming why of life. I think life is spirituality.
That's a big one.
Merry Christmas!
Posted by Doug Van Pelt at December 25, 2006 08:30 AMMerry Christmas too you as well!
Posted by: Darren Tindell at December 25, 2006 04:43 PM