As I watched the sunset unfolding through the cluttered window, my line of sight focused in on the multiple reveals. My view was filled with several images, each with a storyline. While interesting, I found myself thinking of the ways each story revealed a piece of the larger story without telling me everything.
On the right, I saw my image captured as I stood on the top of a building looking towards the light. My intent seems honourable. I am looking for restoration. I am focused on the light and yet everything is obscured by the darkness of the space that I am caught up in. I am caught up in a human-centric view of what is unfolding. The glass reveals part of the wonder and awe that is unfolding. Yet we “don’t seem to realize that this comprehensive setting-things-right that is salvation is God’s business and a most flourishing business it is. Right across the street, they set up their own salvation shops and noisily hawk their wares. After all these years of refusing to really deal with God on his terms, insisting instead on making their own deals, they have nothing to show for it.” (Romans 10.3)
In the centre, more is revealed, and yet it is coloured by the filters that come with the amber glass. As stunning and amazing as the view is through the glass, I am blind to the opportunity that is on the other side. I am invited to experience the sunset without filters or reservations. I am not sure if I am willing to go beyond.
The building on the left reflects the busyness that I often find myself in. I can feel Divinity’s warmth. I sense the movement She has on my life and those around me. To experience the fullness, all I need to do is turn towards the reveal. It could be so easy to be part of the process. Yet, for myself and others, I am simply a silhouette, drawing attention while blocking the full beauty and power is what is at my back.
