272.  The whole caboodle

Evil comes in waves.  It catches you off guard, like a rogue wave suddenly breaking through the rhythmic beat of the sea.  The wave that sweeps your feet out from under you is a bundle of disappointment, insult, hurt, and rage.  The sins of others in your life tear your heart apart in an instant with  words that wound,…

Who me? …Yes you!

Of course, you know the Bible story.  It’s one of the most beloved stories in Christianity.  The picture is in the Children’s Bible – beautifully illustrated in colour.  A man in a long white robe carries a sheep draped over his shoulders.  The caption reads: The Good Shepherd.  You might remember it well, or perhaps the image is a bit blurry….