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Paint Mines, Calhan, Colorado
Even though I've traveled to the Paint Mines numerous times, I can't remember anyone (even me) sitting on this bench. It shows no wear and tear, no rust, yet it has one of the best views of the Colorado Prairie that you'll find...and it has a purpose.
"As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace." 1 Peter 4:10 English Standard Version
This bench was fashioned, designed and established for a purpose.
You and I have been made, redeemed and declared holy by our Triune God for a purpose. We are to declare the "excellencies of him who called [us]out of darkness into his marvelous light." (1 Peter 2:9 ESV) Each one of us, like this bench, is unique, and how we proclaim the greatness of God will differ one from another, yet it's the same message that we declare.
The problem with this bench is NOT the bench itself. The bench can't force people to sit on it. If by the power of the Holy Spirit we're using our gifts and yet we don't see the results, it doesn't mean that something's wrong with us. Remember, the message of God's love for creation in his Son is a stumbling block to people. They may not want to hear or experience what we declare.
However, as this bench is still a bench, we are still the children of God even if no one pays attention.
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"As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace." 1 Peter 4:10 English Standard Version
This bench was fashioned, designed and established for a purpose.
You and I have been made, redeemed and declared holy by our Triune God for a purpose. We are to declare the "excellencies of him who called [us]out of darkness into his marvelous light." (1 Peter 2:9 ESV) Each one of us, like this bench, is unique, and how we proclaim the greatness of God will differ one from another, yet it's the same message that we declare.
The problem with this bench is NOT the bench itself. The bench can't force people to sit on it. If by the power of the Holy Spirit we're using our gifts and yet we don't see the results, it doesn't mean that something's wrong with us. Remember, the message of God's love for creation in his Son is a stumbling block to people. They may not want to hear or experience what we declare.
However, as this bench is still a bench, we are still the children of God even if no one pays attention.
Join the conversation at Praying With the Eyes on Facebook. http://www.facebook.com/groups/173881749421231/
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Text and Photographs ©Copyright 2012-2014 Douglas P. Brauner. ARR.
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