hypocanthus

I heard and wrote this spelling ... hypocanthus, has something to do with the brain

Googled and discovered that this spelling is probably the same thing as hippocampus

Both referred to the same definition.  And both could be spoken/heard in the same way.

... the portion of the cerebral hemisphers in basal medial part of the temporal lobe. This part of the brain is important for learning and memory . . . for converting short term memory to more permanent memory, and for recalling spatial relationships in the world about us.

Now the other imagery that came with this was a dozen plus red laser dots scouring a dark shape, they did not settle anywhere, just kept moving on and beyond it.

Please recall I do work with people with dementia so there may be a link there when interpreting this.

Also, note that God often uses imagery I am familiar with to give structure to what he os trying  to share about a matter of his heart.  It must therefore apply, in that context to people generally, including his people, and me.

So to repeat, this vision revealed a bit of our brain responsible for converting short term memory to more permanent memory, and for recalling spatial relationships in the world about us.

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is buddhism a better option?

Having a chat with a colleague today who shared something very interesting.  She grew up within the Anglican church, then known as the Church of England, she attended every Sunday as was Sunday school teacher for many years.  However, over time she saw the hypocrisy and institutional nature of the church.  Not wanting to abandon God or Jesus who she still loves dearly, she discovered the Buddhist faith to which she now adheres.

This discussion is unfinished, but what stood out was NOT a rejection of God, but a deep desire to stay true while the church of man world around her failed.

Yes, it could be argued she should have persevered, or her faith was weak, etc.

But was it?  Is it?

I believe what she is sharing is a GREAT desire to be in God's kingdom.  However, the culture of the man's church demands or expects certain things of us we just cannot swallow.  And as there are few to no real, authentic alternatives, some people look further afield.

Jesus said when he was on earth that Gods flock was scattered and without a shepherd.  He also asks his people to share that work, both in the old and new testaments.

What would it be like to live in a world where people are like shepherd without a shepherd?  Would Jesus see this in the same light as he did the Pharisees and Sadducees?  Is this lady alone in her plight?

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rope, window, wall

Location ... Canberra bus interchange waiting for bus to work

Saw three images in quick succession as if overlayed with the real world...

1. A rope or cord, twined red and gold, dropped from the sky, remaining connected mid air, but enough to rest upon the ground.

2. A window sill of a red brick building.  The sill was rounded.  Along this and others was a golden seal so as to prevent air from entering or exiting as a draft.

3. A panelled white wall caused a closure between the pulpit and congregation seats. 

Both sides were empty before and after the wall appeared.  The exact location of the wall was immediately behind the front row.

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following jesus is easy

Accepting to follow Jesus means choosing to change how you live, unless you are one of the lucky perfect few.

How does God ask us to live? To worship him with everything you are, and to love other people as you would hope others would treat you (Matthew 7:12). And, fortunately an example of being loved by someone else has/is already given. God.

Choosing to live is to love as God loves us (John 15:1-17). Indeed, anything you say or do, if it lacks love is nothing (1 Corinthians 13).

What does it look like to love as God loves us?

How would church activity need to change in order to start and finish in love?

God has given the church apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers to equip his people to do what he asks them to do. Until, the church is unified in faith and knowledge of Christ in such a way that we are mature, that is measure up to the full and complete standard of Christ (Ephesians 4).

Is the church mature today?

Are people who say they are 'christian' pursuing teachings that sound like the gospel, but not? Which ones do you do this?

How are these teachings different, no matter how obvious or subtle?

Are people who say they are 'christian' speaking and living God’s truth with love?

What are some examples of how they should be speaking and behaving?

Are people who say they are 'christian' doing what God asks them to do or are they doing what people ask of them? What about you?

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