The Reign of God as a dove. If you have any comments adebelak@redeemerluth.com . The Reign of God as a dove is an easy target for the violent forces of the world. And yet, this Reign does not change its presentation. Just like the Jesus of the gospels, there will be an ongoing presence of peace that will enter into any and all situations without taking on the violence in any of those places. Peace will Reign. Nonviolence will Reign. Healing will Reign. In a world where doves are brushed aside the Holy Spirit sends them again and again. We have seen them among us - always peacemakers - always ones who are present without exception. The Reign of God as a dove sets the mood for a life in which we can be the power of peace even when our lives are overrun with all types of violence. Like a dove this Reign flies into the spaces and times of our live and there - a new life emerges. O God of love and new life, even as we are moved to follow along the way of your Reign and may face the powers of violence, keep us forever resting on your peace. Amen. |
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