The Same Spirit Which Dwelleth In Me

It's the beginning of a new year, and it didn't come alone. The fifteen new BCOM students arrived and enrolled on Tuesday. The Bethany family also welcomed twenty-five students from Rivendell Sanctuary.

As the mingling ensued, I was struck by the air of familiarity which surrounded these people who, until a few days ago, had been strangers. Why do these people remind me of someone else I know?! Why do I feel as though we've been friends before?

The answer is simple. It's the reflection of Jesus that I was recognizing, and the Spirit which dwells inside of them. They have the same Father; it's natural, after all, for family members to resemble each other.

I'm always amazed how the Lord draws His people together, breaking down social barriers and making us into one large community: His Church.