Comments on: A Theology of Snow http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/2011/02/01/a-theology-of-snow/ Sharing Ideas, Pursuing Wisdom. Wed, 15 May 2013 15:22:12 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.1 By: Laurie Bania http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/2011/02/01/a-theology-of-snow/#comment-3524 Laurie Bania Thu, 03 Feb 2011 10:28:39 +0000 http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/?p=2462#comment-3524 On this awesome day, I thank God for this beautiful site and for the peace that surrounds us at this time! I am reminded of who is in charge! On this awesome day, I thank God for this beautiful site and for the peace that surrounds us at this time! I am reminded of who is in charge!

]]> By: Jan Bast http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/2011/02/01/a-theology-of-snow/#comment-3521 Jan Bast Wed, 02 Feb 2011 23:08:40 +0000 http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/?p=2462#comment-3521 One other interesting metaphor associated with snow is a bit uncomfortable. In a few passages it is used to describe the color of leprous skin. It seems to convey the idea is lifelessness (devoid of color?). In our culture we speak of a person being as white as a sheet. Moses (Ex 4:6), Miriam (Nu 12:10) and Elisha's servant, Gehazi (2 Ki 5:27), are examples. One other interesting metaphor associated with snow is a bit uncomfortable. In a few passages it is used to describe the color of leprous skin. It seems to convey the idea is lifelessness (devoid of color?). In our culture we speak of a person being as white as a sheet. Moses (Ex 4:6), Miriam (Nu 12:10) and Elisha’s servant, Gehazi (2 Ki 5:27), are examples.

]]> By: Gary Mc TRUSTY http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/2011/02/01/a-theology-of-snow/#comment-3518 Gary Mc TRUSTY Wed, 02 Feb 2011 17:38:23 +0000 http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/?p=2462#comment-3518 I see in the picture of the house Peace! God provided a refuge from the storm. Just like he provides a refuge in our hearts from the storms of life! I see in the picture of the house Peace! God provided a refuge from the storm. Just like he provides a refuge in our hearts from the storms of life!

]]> By: Mldred Youmans http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/2011/02/01/a-theology-of-snow/#comment-3517 Mldred Youmans Wed, 02 Feb 2011 17:25:55 +0000 http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/?p=2462#comment-3517 Hi Mel: I am Jane Foerster's mother and we love Elmbrook when we come to visit. We had a big blizzard here in Kansas City yesterday, and to day the sun is out and it is beautiful, I love the snow and I even love to shovel it. I am content knowing God has the world in his hands so it is alright with me. Thank you God for a beautiful day. Mildred Youmans Hi Mel: I am Jane Foerster’s mother and we love Elmbrook when we come to visit. We had a big blizzard here in Kansas City yesterday, and to day the sun is out and it is beautiful, I love the snow and I even love to shovel it. I am content knowing God has the world in his hands so it is alright with me. Thank you God for a beautiful day. Mildred Youmans

]]> By: Mel Lawrenz http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/2011/02/01/a-theology-of-snow/#comment-3516 Mel Lawrenz Wed, 02 Feb 2011 16:43:54 +0000 http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/?p=2462#comment-3516 Thanks, Diane. Thanks, Diane.

]]> By: Diane Pandl http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/2011/02/01/a-theology-of-snow/#comment-3515 Diane Pandl Wed, 02 Feb 2011 16:42:27 +0000 http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/?p=2462#comment-3515 My goodness, thank you for this beautiful email, it was a joy to read and reflect on the true meaning of our surroundings. My goodness, thank you for this beautiful email, it was a joy to read and reflect on the true meaning of our surroundings.

]]> By: Anna http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/2011/02/01/a-theology-of-snow/#comment-3514 Anna Wed, 02 Feb 2011 16:06:16 +0000 http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/?p=2462#comment-3514 I have a 18 month old and am constintly reminded of the joy of having a child like heart especially in the snow... We caught big snow flakes in our mouth laughing knowing that God was all around us and smiling :) I have a 18 month old and am constintly reminded of the joy of having a child like heart especially in the snow… We caught big snow flakes in our mouth laughing knowing that God was all around us and smiling :)

]]> By: Mel Lawrenz http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/2011/02/01/a-theology-of-snow/#comment-3512 Mel Lawrenz Wed, 02 Feb 2011 14:55:57 +0000 http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/?p=2462#comment-3512 I agree! I agree!

]]> By: Jane Foerster http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/2011/02/01/a-theology-of-snow/#comment-3511 Jane Foerster Wed, 02 Feb 2011 14:51:47 +0000 http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/?p=2462#comment-3511 Thanks for making me stop this morning, Mel. Snow is one of my favorite things -- because of its stillness and the calming effect it has on me. Amazing how God can speak! Thanks for making me stop this morning, Mel. Snow is one of my favorite things — because of its stillness and the calming effect it has on me. Amazing how God can speak!

]]> By: Mel Lawrenz http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/2011/02/01/a-theology-of-snow/#comment-3510 Mel Lawrenz Wed, 02 Feb 2011 14:38:04 +0000 http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/?p=2462#comment-3510 You are braver than most West Coast transplants I know, Paul. Good for you. You are braver than most West Coast transplants I know, Paul. Good for you.

]]> By: Mel Lawrenz http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/2011/02/01/a-theology-of-snow/#comment-3509 Mel Lawrenz Wed, 02 Feb 2011 14:37:12 +0000 http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/?p=2462#comment-3509 Thanks, Maggie. Great thoughts! The thing about beauty is that it slows us down--and that cuts against our culture. I wonder how many people today are taking advantage of the splendor of a changed landscape, rather than just focussing on digging out. I say that, however, not having picked up the shovel yet! Thanks, Maggie. Great thoughts! The thing about beauty is that it slows us down–and that cuts against our culture. I wonder how many people today are taking advantage of the splendor of a changed landscape, rather than just focussing on digging out. I say that, however, not having picked up the shovel yet!

]]> By: Maggie Brown http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/2011/02/01/a-theology-of-snow/#comment-3508 Maggie Brown Wed, 02 Feb 2011 13:58:44 +0000 http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/?p=2462#comment-3508 I love Wisconsin and the change of the seasons! I love the snow! I always get a feeling of renewal. When we have a huge, beautiful snow storm it gives us time to spend with family we would not have taken otherwise. I am always amazed by the beauty that God has created. The snow can stop us for a time of reflection or give us a beautiful playland. The wind can cool us in the heat of the summer or chill us in the winter. The sun rises and sets every day and never looks the same and is always spectacularly beautiful! There are no reruns. That is what I love about all these gifts from God. It is always original. It is always new. A fresh start gives us hope from God because he loves us. I love Wisconsin and the change of the seasons! I love the snow! I always get a feeling of renewal. When we have a huge, beautiful snow storm it gives us time to spend with family we would not have taken otherwise. I am always amazed by the beauty that God has created. The snow can stop us for a time of reflection or give us a beautiful playland. The wind can cool us in the heat of the summer or chill us in the winter. The sun rises and sets every day and never looks the same and is always spectacularly beautiful! There are no reruns. That is what I love about all these gifts from God. It is always original. It is always new. A fresh start gives us hope from God because he loves us.

]]> By: Paul Baldwin http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/2011/02/01/a-theology-of-snow/#comment-3507 Paul Baldwin Wed, 02 Feb 2011 13:38:22 +0000 http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/?p=2462#comment-3507 Fantastic! Having grown up on the beaches of the west coast, my wife and I have lived in the mid-west for nearly 9 years. As we anticipated this deep winter (this past fall) I simply asked God for a heart for the snow, since we live in it for 7 months out of the year. Pretty simple. I could be miserable...or I could embrace it all. He gave me a heart to embrace it all and I'm loving it. Your article is icing (hah!) on the cake. Peace be to you. Paul Fantastic! Having grown up on the beaches of the west coast, my wife and I have lived in the mid-west for nearly 9 years. As we anticipated this deep winter (this past fall) I simply asked God for a heart for the snow, since we live in it for 7 months out of the year. Pretty simple. I could be miserable…or I could embrace it all. He gave me a heart to embrace it all and I’m loving it. Your article is icing (hah!) on the cake. Peace be to you. Paul

]]> By: Cindy Marinakies http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/2011/02/01/a-theology-of-snow/#comment-3502 Cindy Marinakies Wed, 02 Feb 2011 10:03:19 +0000 http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/?p=2462#comment-3502 Thank you for your reflection of the greatness and wonders of our Creator! I always disliked winter and dreaded snow falls, especially when I had to go out in it and drive. I do appreciate 4 wheel drive though. In the future, I'll try to see winter through the eyes of the Bible. Thank you again! Thank you for your reflection of the greatness and wonders of our Creator! I always disliked winter and dreaded snow falls, especially when I had to go out in it and drive. I do appreciate 4 wheel drive though. In the future, I’ll try to see winter through the eyes of the Bible.

Thank you again!

]]> By: Mary Fidlin http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/2011/02/01/a-theology-of-snow/#comment-3501 Mary Fidlin Wed, 02 Feb 2011 08:40:32 +0000 http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/?p=2462#comment-3501 As I attempted to shovel the snow that fell earlier yesterday, I was in awe of the strength of the wind and was reminded of how mighty God is! I, too, am bracing myself for what my eyes will behold when this blizzard finally passes! I really appreciate the verses with a referece to SNOW, especially the one from Isaiah. As I attempted to shovel the snow that fell earlier yesterday, I was in awe of the strength of the wind and was reminded of how mighty God is! I, too, am bracing myself for what my eyes will behold when this blizzard finally passes! I really appreciate the verses with a referece to SNOW, especially the one from Isaiah.

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