I love the new sound boards. They are more virtual and visual than ever before. Gone are the hundreds of switches and knobs. Vanished are the layer buttons which took the same panel through multiple dimensions. The small touchscreen was easy to understand, if and only if, you know the meaning behind the symbols, words, and visuals. If not, things were even more confusing than ever!
I watched someone trying to figure out what to adjust. I was a guest at the event, so getting near the board was inappropriate. As I watched, the initial look of puzzlement morphed into confusion and eventually resignation. It was as if the individual was acting out an old lament; “I looked most carefully into everything, searched out all that is done on this earth. And let me tell you, there’s not much to write home about. God hasn’t made it easy for us.” (Ecclesiastes 1:13)
Life is not as confusing as I make it out to be. As I listen to the reminders this morning, I return to the centre as a place I know I can confidently move forward. As I slow down and open myself up to stillness and silence, I am aware of the beauty, love, and acceptance in my life. I know that I am loved as I am. I understand that I am in a larger story. In my part of the story, I see, hear, and experience an invitation to collaborate with Divinity. The invitation seems complex, yet it is simply caring enough to make a difference.
I am not alone; I am part of something greater. In this invitation, I find an opportunity to collaborate with Divinity. It is more than a solo opportunity. Divinity has extended this to all her children; the person on my left and right, ahead of me and behind. In collaborating with Divinity, I open myself to partnering with others for good. Individually and collectively, we can lead with care, serve with kindness, and bring compassion to where it is most needed.
One step followed by another.
