What is man? Chemicals and molecules gathered together? A body? A brain? These are the lesser parts. These are the tip of the iceberg. These are the bare minimum of a human being.
But it seems today the lesser part of human beings is all that concerns us. The desires and whims of our bodies rule us and our spirits lie fallow. That is my concern. I look for ways to cultivate and renew this spirit, making my body a servant rather than master. The way has been made. The way is in Jesus.
By a companionship that moves into oneness, Jesus becomes my guide, my brother, my food and water, my very life. It is not just praising him, but living with him. It is not just thinking him good, but thinking he's the smartest. It is not just following him to see what he'll do, but becoming his apprentice for life. Jesus teaches me what is man. The greater part. Heart, spirit, will, under God.
Lord, today I ask for a glimpse of the greater part of human beings so I might gain perspective on my life. Amen.
