Rev Bill

Gordon Atkinson — the Real Live Preacher — has had another of his articles published on the Christian Century web site.

This one is a reflection on faith — keeping faith — and staying true to your faith throughout your life — even in the hard times. It is one of the most poignant — and yet strong esays I have read in a long time.

Here is part of the essay:

I intend to take my ship straight to the horizon, full steam ahead with my eyes on the setting sun. Don’t speak to me of danger or choices or what might have been. Don’t tell me that I might take on water…. I intend to sail straight and true until the water covers my deck and I can go no further. Then my friends will slow their ships, and come alongside to give me a final salute. And when I go under I will still be facing the horizon with both hands on the wheel.

Read the entire essay here.

May we all sail our “ship of faith” with dignity — courage — and commitment to the One who has called us to set sail!

Until next time — Peace! Bill

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