God Has Mercy on Whom He Wills

When I was doing our daily bible reading, I came to understand that religious concepts are like soups ­ some are thick and some are clear. There are indeed `thick' concepts in the Bible, mysteries, subtleties and complexities that challenge even the most accomplished mind. For example, "God has mercy on one whom he wills and whom he wills he hardens" (Romans 9:18). Yet, in the same volume, there apears the simplicity of the clear affirmation, "God is love" (1 John 4:6).

My suggestion is that "in the same meadow, the ox may lick up grass, the bird may pick up seeds, and a man finds a pearl". So in one and the same scripture are varieties to be found for all sorts of conditions in them: "the lamb may wade, and the elephant swim, the children may be fed with milk, and meat may be had for stronger men".

All the treasures of wisdom are found in God's book `THE BIBLE'. Ocean depths that can stir the most sophisticated mind, and shallow areas that can be negotiated by any simple, honest soul. Why hesitate? "All scripture .... is profitable" (2 Timothy 3:16). Jump in!

Bro Isaac Kapa (Tongaren, Kenya)