Where are you God?
When you read the book of Job, you are reminded—again and again—that things are NOT what they appear to be. There is often NOT a clear answer. There is often an undefinable darkness, wonderment, and mystery. As spiritual progression and maturity occur, one must realize this. Sometimes things are left unanswered. Sometimes God seems to be silent, quiet, and even absent. It is in those times that our faith is strengthened and honed to shine brightly for all eternity. We say this glibly, but we need to say it faithfully: ‘Only eternity will reveal the true story.’ My all-time favourite poem: THE WEAVER My life is but a weaving Between my Lord and me. I cannot choose the colours, He weaves so steadily. Oft times He weaveth sorry, And I, in foolish pride, Forgets He sees the upper, And I the underside. Not till the loom is silent, And the shuttle ceases to fly. Will God roll back the curtain, And explain the reason why....