We look like ordinary rock. We who are formed of
the dust and minerals of the earth. And some of us act like we are
ordinary rock. C.S. Lewis reminds us, "You have never talked to a mere mortal."
Within each of us is a precious gem, waiting to be sculpted, shaped, and brought out. Brilliance beneath the surface. Yet, brilliance is only achieved by the grinding and refining of rock. Many diamonds today are cut poorly in order to enhance the carat size. Why do we so often choose quantity over quality? Oh, that we would choose to be cut small in order that our true brilliance would shine.
Within each of us is a precious gem, waiting to be sculpted, shaped, and brought out. Brilliance beneath the surface. Yet, brilliance is only achieved by the grinding and refining of rock. Many diamonds today are cut poorly in order to enhance the carat size. Why do we so often choose quantity over quality? Oh, that we would choose to be cut small in order that our true brilliance would shine.
Be kind; for everyone you meet is engaged in a great struggle.
~ Philo of Alexandria
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