A more beautiful approach

I will take the Bible for what it is
The writings of men from ancient times
Inspired by God, yes
But written in the language of their times and cultures
Trying to make sense of the Divine within their human limitations

I am convinced these voices point us in a direction onward
They do not set a fixed solid point with forever pronouncements
Rather they encourage ongoing conversations
Ongoing seeking of spiritual wisdom
For today

So I will continue the work of bringing together
The best of human knowledge
With
The best inspiration from the Spirit of God
Including the words from ancient times
But not excluding the best words of faithful followers
Throughout church history

I am convinced the Spirit’s inspiration did not end in the first century
I don’t need to Make the Church Great Again
I need to keep seeking
Keep submitting to
The wisdom of God’s Spirit
And keep stretching for more love of neighbor
More love of God
More justice
More mercy
More humility
More love
And along the way
More joy
And a more beautiful story

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