Whatever's one's perspective, framed by particular beliefs, philosophies and experiences, the events taking place in the Gaza strip illustrate how the size of a geographical area and its significance to the rest of the world are not necessarily proportionate.In the BBC World photo at right, an Israeli child waves goodbye to her home as her family leaves the Gaza territory on the eve of the deadline for voluntary evacuation.
As a statement attributed to Abraham Lincoln goes, "It is better to remain silent and be thought a fool than to open one's mouth and remove all doubt." And so I shall not attempt to shed any enlightenment on this issue.
I will say, however, that as a Christian with deep respect for the heritage of Israel, these events are riveting. What will be the next chapter in this ancient story?
As we continue to pray for peace, I am reminded of a Nichole Nordeman song, "Grant us peace...or maybe not, not today--peace might be another world away."
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