SO MANY SEEKERS, philosophers, and the like try to “find God” simply within their own experience and frame of reference. Some go to the mountains, some to the desert. In those places, however, they may only see the creative power of God. And, if they are so inclined, they will perhaps praise him in their…
Category: Metaphors
Enough Good Metaphors to Go Around
IN THIS TIME OF FEAR of shortages, there is one thing we will never run out of—a supply of biblical images of God. So, we should never need to make up our own man-made images of the true God. Now, I am going to try my best to be completely positive on this entire blog…
Different Strokes for Different Folks
IMAGINE A PAINTING made up of only one large brushstroke. Rather boring? Sort of meaningless? Okay, then how about two strokes? Maybe three? Still not doing it for you? Okay, how many brushstrokes does a painted image need to convey an understandable, reliable meaning? I think everyone would agree that the more strokes, the more…