Love in the Midst of Hate – December 4, 2020

Scripture: Isaiah 11: 1-10; Romans 15: 4-13

The Hebrew word translated in the First Testament as “fear” is probably closer to our word “Awesome!” Those who are open to the awe of God will be delighted at the love they witness blooming where once was (literal) fear and hatred. Isaiah’s prophecy of unlikely combinations (wolves and lambs, calves and lions, cows and bears) can inspire us to stories of where we have seen seemingly “odd” partnerships that create more love and understanding in the world.