Binding Power!

My wife has been doing a lot of crocheting and I have two grandmothers who have done much knitting and other needle work over the years. Whether it be crocheting or knitting, I am amazed at what can be made from what appears to me as a unique method of tying knots. I have fond memories of the airplane sweaters one of my grandmothers knitted for my brothers and I when we were still very young. Our boys each took a turn wearing one of those sweaters which has now been passed on to be worn by our grandchildren. A sweater or other item skillfully WOVEN TOGETHER can be very durable. Afghans, mittens, scarves, sweaters -- all made from various colors of yarn lovingly WOVEN TOGETHER into beautiful patterns and pictures -- are intended to be functional, look beautiful, and provide warmth.

Paul encouraged the church at Colosse with these words
“(1) For I want you to know how great a struggle I have for you and for those at Laodicea and for all who have not seen me face to face, (2) that their hearts may be encouraged, BEING KNIT TOGETHER IN LOVE, to reach all the riches of full assurance of understanding and the knowledge of God’s mystery, which is Christ, (3) in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.” ( Colossians 2:1-3 ESV)

Is there anything more beautiful than sincere love? Is there any stronger bond than that of genuine love (note also Colossians 3:14) which is able to promote harmony between people? For the world to see individuals drawn from various backgrounds and cultures WOVEN TOGETHER in the love of the Lord is a powerful testimony of the blessedness and genuineness of Christianity. Remember Jesus Himself stated it would be by the love we have for one another that the world would know we are His disciples. ( John 13:35)

It is God’s love in our lives that makes our relationships together functional. Being WOVEN TOGETHER in love provides a sense of warmth in the fellowship we enjoy in an otherwise dark and cold world. And that genuine godly love will provide the strength needed to endure faithfully to the end as we encourage and exhort one another toward steadfastness in our fellowship with Christ. May the beauty and durability of our being WOVEN TOGETHER in God’s love be clearly evident among us.

Have a great day EXHIBITING THE BEAUTY AND POWER OF GODLY LOVE!
Carl

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