Subject: A Reflection for Our Times: "Echoes of Resilience: Racing With the Modern Horses* (03/11/'24) -Message

Subject: A Reflection for Our Times: "Echoes of Resilience: Racing With the Modern Horses Hey friends, I stumbled upon something today that really made me stop and think, and I felt compelled to share it with you all. It's a modern take on an ancient message, one that seems to perfectly capture the essence of our times. It's about how, in this fast-paced world, where ambition often overshadows integrity, and digital life can drown out our human connections, we still find echoes of ancient wisdom that challenge us to grow and persevere. It's fascinating how, despite centuries passing, the same questions about justice, morality, and human resilience still haunt us. But there's also this divine challenge that comes through — a call to not just endure but to excel, to not get overwhelmed by the "footmen" of our daily struggles but to prepare ourselves for the "chariots" — the bigger challenges life throws our way. This piece talks about the modern Jeremiah, walking through our city streets, witnessing the complexity of life in the 21st century, yet finding a profound connection to these ancient words. It's a reminder that our struggles aren't just personal; they're universal, stretching back through time, and there's something incredibly comforting and motivating about that. The message here isn't one of despair but rather a call to action — an invitation to embrace the struggles, to find the courage to face our modern-day chariots, and to navigate through life's thickets with wisdom and grace. It's about finding our pace in the race with the modern horses, and maybe, just maybe, finding our place among the stars. I hope this sparks something in you as it did in me. Maybe it's a conversation starter, or perhaps it's just a moment of reflection. Either way, I thought it was too good not to share. Let's chat about it next time we meet up — I'd love to hear your thoughts! Take care and keep racing, Pastor Steven G. Lee (March 12, 2024)