Cartoonology Devotional 10-14-09
Cartoonology. There is great theology in cartoons and comics.
Life has its ups and downs, but for the Christ-follower life would not be as good without the downs. I read the following. The source is unknown. "On the coast of Pascadero, California is the famed Pebble Beach. The waves there dash with a ceaseless roar and thunder among the stones on the beach. The pitiless waves toss and grind the stones together and hurl them against the rugged cliffs. Day and night, the wearing down of the stones continues unabated. Tourists from all over the world gather the beautiful, round, polished stones for ornaments on mantels."
"Near Pebble Beach is a towering cliff, which breaks the force of the dashing waves. In the quiet cove, sheltered by the cliff, is an abundance of stones. These are unsought, unwanted. They have escaped the turmoil and beating of the waves. Hence they are rough, angular and devoid of beauty. Billows of sorrow and trouble polish and refine us, and give to us the opportunity to prove the genuineness of the Savior's comforting, healing words."
When troubles come, look at them as opportunities to become better. Let God use them to hone you and shape you. Then, you will be better able to minister to others in the name of Christ. You will become more polished and valuable in the Kingdom cause.
2 Corinthians 1:3-4 (NKJV)
3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort,
4 who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. 10-14-09
3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort,
4 who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. 10-14-09
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These devotionals are free for the using. Share them with others. I only ask that you let people know where you got them.
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