John 3:3, Jesus answered him, “Very truly, I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God without being born from above.”
Many animal species are born blind. They ‘see’ with their senses—smell, touch, taste. When their eyes open they see the den prepared for their birth: a cardboard box, a thicket, a cave. Curiosity draws them further. They peek around corners, peer through foliage. Sometimes receiving encouragement. Sometimes a cuff. The daring press forward, the timid retreat. As their strength gains their world expands. Their vision is enlarged. They begin to see the world through their parents’ eyes. Towards maturity.
I too am limited to my senses and my experiences. I can relate only to what I see around me—where I am--whom I’m with—in relation to me. Unless.
Miracle of birth. Born from above? A perspective completely foreign to my capabilities but given by God. Sight to see His kingdom. Vision to encompass His world. New territory to explore under His direction.
If I am willing to look through His eyes—His heart—His will. Lord, may I seek Your panorama.
Psalm of Worship: Psalm 14:2
The Lord looks down from heaven on humankind to see if there are any who are wise, who seek after God.
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