Marked as safe

 

In recent years we have begun to use the "marked safe" logo or image to let our families and friends know that we are ok. This is used a lot on social media and other spaces, particularly during huge storms or crisis events around the world. Without going into too much detail you can tell your family that they don't need to panic, because you are fine. 

I was reflecting on how we could possibly use this in a spiritual sense. We are not always aware of the storms that our loved ones are facing, but what if we could let each other know (via a sign or symbol) that we needed prayer or help? What if we used a "need prayer" logo, without going into elaborate details of our struggles, and others just started praying for us? Wouldn't that be great?

"But I am poor and needy; God, hurry for me. You are my helper and rescuer; Adonai, don’t delay!" - Psalm 70:6

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Not just for me!

Many people are hell-bent on taking care of Number One (themselves). We note that a large majority of our world live with 'blinkers' on and try to appease only themselves. As Christians, we have to fight against this urge the whole time - it is like swimming upstream. Jesus teaches us to love our neighbour and to serve our fellow man/woman, but this is tough to do.

Advent offers us a different perspective on 'giving' and 'sharing.' So, we look to God as the source of all goodness and mercy - and then we should make an appropriate response. 

God gave us Jesus and he then invited us into his abundant mercy. However, this mercy, hope and peace are not just for us to keep (for ourselves), but to offer to others. 

“Advent challenges us to live in the present moment as agents of this future hope. We can begin to share this hope wherever we find despair and discouragement.” – Trevor Hudson

2 Corinthians 9:8 - And God will generously provide all you need. Then you will always have everything you need and plenty left over to share with others.

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