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I decided to get some new art supplies and it felt like a nice treat. I'm all set to make lots of new art cards! I will have to start thinking of a good use for all these cards I'll be making.
I enjoyed my walk to church this past Sunday morning, the weather was perfect, the skies were clear, the birds were happily flitting from branch to branch. The young priest made a good sermon which caused the congregation to applaud him after. He spoke about his 22 year fear of public speaking, I do forget why he said he was so scared, but he conquered it over time.
Then the priest spoke of the 'Prodigal Son' bible story. He introduced the story by saying 'how can you ask for your inheritance and your parent hasn't yet passed away?' This man had 2 sons. One of them asked for his inheritance early and went away. He squandered it and eventually came home. The father was overjoyed at his return and threw a big banquet. The older son was angry and confused. The father simply asked him to rejoice with him that his long lost son had returned.
This is one story I never understood and has no clear ending. That day I tried to see it from the father's point of view. I think it meant that the father loved his son beyond being 'so-called' fair. It may be what forgiveness truly means. Some sources say the older son did not think compassionately and represented self-righteousness. It's a lot to think about. Doesn't it remind you of family disagreements that happen all the time in real life?
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Yes, I see that in many families. Jealousy, lack of compassion, etc., are rampant everywhere.
This story opens for a lot of discussion and thought. I think you've hit it on the nail, Christine.
I love getting new office/art supplies.
Have fun with your new supplies! I try not to think about family....Valerie
That is a very complex story. Over the years the meaning has changed for me--probably due to being the parent of older children (adult enough to be the "prodigal")
Nothing more fun then getting some new art supplies!!!!! have a blast creating Christine!!!!
Thanks for your lovely comments everyone!
I hope you enjoy your new supplies Christine!:)
God, our father, loves us whether we wander away and make our way back, or if we stay near His side and do His work. Just as the angels rejoice at every lost sinner who finds his way to Christ, we too should rejoice for those who have wandered far but "come home."
The stories Jesus told are for each of us to find our own lesson. Just as each artist looks at a scene and depicts it differently, we too hear an account and view it through our own "lens."
This would be a good start: fresh supplies. I have not made it to put pen to paper, so to speak! You are my inspiration.
well put, Delaine, I was hoping you had a clear(black and white) answer for me! I get it, there is none!
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