I'm not an artist in any real sense of the word but I do enjoy being an observer of various forms of artistry. The forming of a mosaic image in art intrigues me because of it's beauty and the meaning that it represents. The definition of the word strikes me as visionary, a picture made of variously colored materials to form various images or patterns. There is something uniquely striking in bringing unity out of diversity. In order to fit the various components together into a meaningful pattern it takes the "eye" of a great artist! In a world of such intense and vibrant cultural diversity we must know the artist behind it all to paint the images he has laid in the heavens. I have always been an admirer of sunsets and sunrises. Having lived in Alaska I remember the brilliant and unusual colors as so breathtaking that it impacted my ability see beyond myself toward God himself.
Lately, I have been wanting to bring these brilliant colors and diversity together in a community of relationships where I live in Mobile, Alabama. I want to build a community of faith that will look as close to heaven on earth as God will allow us to experience. What a joy to even dream about a family of faith where we build relationships on purpose across the various colors and cultures that God has brought into our lives. I have a dream of a fellowship of believers whose greatest desire is to love God and to love one another. One in spirit but diverse in expression of life and beauty. It's coming. Want to join us?
Jim
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