This is beautiful Rebecca. I love how the wisdom of God is evidently displayed in the metaphors contained in Scripture. Agrarian and astronomical metaphors are timeless -able to be understood throughout the generations and cultures (contrast to the modern-day preacher's tendency to use sporting or film-related metaphors).
What caused us to become lost when we did not know it? - the question is such a good one. And I wonder if part of it is related to how out of touch we are with God's good creation which reminds us of His majesty and control and thus keeps us grounded and humble.
This is beautiful Rebecca. I love how the wisdom of God is evidently displayed in the metaphors contained in Scripture. Agrarian and astronomical metaphors are timeless -able to be understood throughout the generations and cultures (contrast to the modern-day preacher's tendency to use sporting or film-related metaphors).
What caused us to become lost when we did not know it? - the question is such a good one. And I wonder if part of it is related to how out of touch we are with God's good creation which reminds us of His majesty and control and thus keeps us grounded and humble.
I wrote this essay a while back which grappled with what it means to lose sight of the stars https://overthefield.substack.com/p/the-light-that-obscures-the-stars which I think comes to conclusions similar to yours.
Keep up the great writing, I always enjoy your pieces.
Wow, thank you for your continued encouragement and for sharing your work!
Love