I love beginning to read the Bible, it is like opening up an old friend. It is comfortable, it is familiar, we know the words, "In the beginning..." and yet, there is always something new to hear, something new that touches my heart. I hope the journey of reading will be that way for you this year!
As an often left-brained, linear thinker, this very first chapter in Genesis speaks to me. Such order, such beauty in so few words. The first three days set the stage - light out of darkness, water above separated from water below, waters gathered for the dry land to appear. Then the players - sun moon and stars to fill the light and darkness. Birds of the air and fish of the sea to fill the waters above and the waters below and finally living creatures including humankind - created in the image of God.
Then we get the story of Adam and Eve and we see ourselves...
As you continue reading, look for God's presence in these words and look for where God is absent. Listen for what the text says about us, as humans.
Enjoy the journey!
Suzy
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