Now is eternity • Journey Center Great Lakes

It is eternity now.

I am in the midst of it.

It is about me in the sunshine

I am in it – as the butterfly in the light-laden air.

Nothing has to come – it is now.

Now is eternity – now is the immortal life.

Richard Jeffries, The Story of my Heart, 1883¹ – photo by Russ Dieter

Consider the way creation is showing itself to you, in this image, or in your surroundings.

As you take in the image, what stirs in you?

What word or words come to the forefront? What sensations?

Now add the reflection again and consider how your sense of eternity is revealing itself to you in this moment.

How does that allow hope to enter in?

How might the empty tomb also reflect this sense of never-ending life?

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Lynn Lankford

Lynn Lankford is a retired CPA living in Northern California, where she finally follows her mother’s advice to “do what makes your heart sing.” That includes staying connected and growing closer to family and friends, singing, playing piano, storytelling, watercolor, writing, and walking beside family and friends on their faith journeys.

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