I really appreciate the way that many folk in this congregation share with the ministry team. We get suggestions of books and newspaper articles to read on a whole array of subjects. We receive “youtube” clips to watch, music to listen to, church bulletins to peruse, and so much more!
Recently, it was a music ” youtube” clip by Victor Wooten that caught my attention; it was sent by Karen Watson. The title of the song is “I saw God the other day” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L_h9eQ15CIs&feature=related
I hope you will watch, listen, reflect and enjoy the above link for yourselves - - but I just wanted to share some of the lines that made me think:
I saw God the other day, just walking down the street
She looked like you
He looked like me
This idea of the divine spark being within us all is something I very much believe in. But am I so open to the idea when a person is standing in the middle of the sidewalk trying to get me to participate in a survey? Perhaps I am only willing to see God in others, when it is convenient to me!
I said “Hold on just a minute, how do I know its really you?”
She gave me a simple answer. She said “You don’t unless you do”
I love these lines! They speak of the complex simplicity that is part of being in a relationship with God. These words underline for me that it is the doing that I might stand a chance of catching a glimpse of the holy. Words are just words without actions.
I see a strong connection between Victor Wooten’s lyrics and Jesus’ words in Matthew 10: 40-42. You will hear the whole passage on Sunday, meanwhile here is a snippet!
Those who welcome you welcome me; and those who welcome me welcome the one who sent me.
Come on Sunday and see if you agree with me.
Blessings, Karen
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