The promenade on Al Maryah Island has no entrance to the water at any point. There are no docks, ramps, or points with steps for access. If one wanted to get to the water, it would involve a dangerous move over the rail. Succeeding in getting to the water creates a second challenge, getting out.
I sat on the ledge nearby, reflecting on the lack of access. It was as protected as one could make it. Oddly enough, there were also lifebuoys. As far as I could see on the promenade, lifebuoys were strategically placed at regular intervals. Between the barricade and safety precautions, in this location, one’s safety was guaranteed.
Life is uncertain and dangerous. Danger is all around us. There are few barriers to problems. I find even fewer lifebuoys. The harsh reality is that freedom, mine, and others, opens a door to danger. As much as I would like to blame others, much of the danger in my life is of my creation.
We are not alone. The sense of being out on a motorcycle with limited protection is an illustration of a day in one’s life. As vulnerable as it feels, some are on my side. Friends, family, and even strangers are looking out for my best interests. While it is often quiet, I find their surprising messages and calls are injections of hope. If they are this close and involved, I realise that Divinity is even closer.
Friendships grounded in trust and respect endure. I have been blessed with enduring friendships. I have experienced the depth of love, care, and compassion. Each gift takes me back to the relationship Divinity has with us. To put it bluntly, “God’s gifts and God’s call are under full warranty – never cancelled, never rescinded.” (Romans 11.29)
Life is dangerous and uncertain. It also comes with a Divine promise that I will never be abandoned or discarded. In my Divine embrace, I discover an invitation with my name on it. I am authorised to deliver this gift to individuals I meet on the journey today.
