Tuesday, June 26, 2007
REALITY IS NOT WHAT IT SEEMS
Sunday's sermon from Psalm 146 reminded us not to trust "princes" or those who seem strong for they are mere men who pass away.
The communion message pointed out that reality is not always what it seems and we need to remember the one who is truly our help. This message reminded me of what I had seen in Williamsburg and then shared in the sermon. But since it was a point made "in the moment" I didn't have the slides to go with it.
Here are the pictures. In the entry parlor and staircase of the British colonial governor's palace are great displays of weaponry. As our guide explained, they sent a message about power. They were intended to intimidate. But the truth is that the governor's power was much less than the appearance of power. How often that is true in life.
But it is an impressive display!
