Tag: God

Weekend Words from C.S. Lewis

The “whole of Christianity” according to C.S. Lewis

"Putting on Christ" quote from C.S. Lewis
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“CLIVE STAPLES LEWIS (1898–1963) was one of the intellectual giants of the twentieth century and arguably one of the most influential writers of his day.” 

He is perhaps best known for his book “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” and the others in the Chronicles of Narnia series.

His book Mere Christianity is considered  one of the most powerful apologetics of the Christian faith.

 

Lewis wrote A Grief Observed after his wife died of cancer just a few years after their marriage.

In it he reflects on life, death and faith .

 

“This is a beautiful and unflinchingly honest record of how even a

stalwart believer can lose all sense of meaning in the universe,

and how he can gradually regain his bearings.”

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Weekend words is a regular feature of watercress words. At the end of the work week we take a break from exploring strictly medical topics to consider words of faith, hope and love from the Bible and other carefully selected writings.

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A Cathedral and Psalm 59

The post reflects on Psalm 59, expressing themes of strength and refuge in God. It highlights St. Nicholas Cathedral in Nice, an important site for the Russian Orthodox community, and conveys a personal appreciation for photographing churches.

large ornate church
St. Nicholas Cathedral in Nice, France photo by Ryan Oglesby

Psalm 59 New International Version (NIV)

16 But I will sing of your strength,
    in the morning I will sing of your love;

 

for you are my fortress,
    my refuge in times of trouble.

7 You are my strength, I sing praise to you;

    you, God, are my fortress,
    my God on whom I can rely.

 

 Saint-Nicolas Russian Orthodox Cathedral

The most important orthodox cathedral outside Russia, this is a beautifully ornate building. It was built to serve the large Russian community that had settled in Nice.

When I travel I love taking photos of churches, large and small, ornate and simple. And I like to imagine what the people who worship there are like, their hopes, dreams, and challenges. I am glad my son let me share his photo.

I took the cover photo for this post. It is the Kawaiaha’o Church in Hawaii

 

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Medical stethoscope and heart on a textured background

Dr Aletha