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We are being transformed. This life is not about maintaining some image of our own making (though we are able to do that), but it is about allowing the image of God to be made real in us. The Spirit gives us the vision necessary to to look upon God's glory, though not all will see. Experiencing a vision of God will forever change us; it requires transformation to begin with. We ought to seek continually the glory of God, the face of Jesus Christ, the true image of enlightened humanity. We ought to forever learn the presence of the Spirit, the source of freedom. As we more fully experience and live with and through the Spirit, kindness and truth, justice and peace will become fuller realities in us. Violent anger within and division among our brothers and sisters will be able to pass away, for we will see the glory of God in the other's face. Ours will be a peace that is serenity within and understand towards others. The character of God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, is unity, the fullness of light and love. Life with the Spirit, in the Son, draws us into the mysterious life of God, our greatest hope.

How is it, Lord, that you call us out of darkness? Your brilliant light, your mysterious presence and life humble and glorify. Take away the things that would deny me the ability to enter into life lived with and through and in you. As I seek your face, help me to see it in others. May my anger inside subside, allowing an internal peace and a peace between me and others. In this truth is lived and love is known.

(2 Corinthians 3:15-4:1, 3-6. Psalm 85, Matthew 5:20-26)