Sunday, October 4th
Genesis 2:16-24. Hebrews 2:9-11. Mark 10:2-16

As in the natural world each kind is brought together to identify and procreate and propagate, so in the spiritual. Mankind bestrides both worlds: both natural and spiritual are sacred within the will and loving purpose of the Father, Lord of all creation.

As the butterfly emerges from the chrysalis so does the spiritual from the physical in the created world. Through union of the one and many a new species is constantly formed to glorify the Father and serve His world in fellowship and self-giving.

But in the spiritual growth and maturity must be sought and responded to through the Father’s word, in the power of His love if eternal life is to emerge and prosper, the way of the Suffering Servant followed through the grace and power of Love’s indwelling.