In a past honors discussion, Dr. Smith described wonder as the passion of the soul that arises when we become aware of ignorance. This awareness then brings a passionate desire for truth. This really struck me. I had never heard someone talk about that word and the idea behind it. I knew I had felt that passion before, yet never could put words quite like that to it. Since then, I have found myself walking around more aware of the wonder I find in light, or the sky, or the breeze. This wonder almost brings a sense of urgency to my thoughts and actions: I want to learn as much as I can about so many new things simply so that I can continue to wonder. When I am actively aware that I am experiencing wonder, my thoughts often turn to wonder at Christ's love for me displayed on the cross. I am very grateful for how even the smallest pieces of knowledge bring new ways to see God's glory and love reflected in the world around me.
In a past honors discussion, Dr. Smith described wonder as the passion of the soul that arises when we become aware of ignorance. This awareness then brings a passionate desire for truth. This really struck me. I had never heard someone talk about that word and the idea behind it. I knew I had felt that passion before, yet never could put words quite like that to it. Since then, I have found myself walking around more aware of the wonder I find in light, or the sky, or the breeze. This wonder almost brings a sense of urgency to my thoughts and actions: I want to learn as much as I can about so many new things simply so that I can continue to wonder. When I am actively aware that I am experiencing wonder, my thoughts often turn to wonder at Christ's love for me displayed on the cross. I am very grateful for how even the smallest pieces of knowledge bring new ways to see God's glory and love reflected in the world around me.
4 comments:
Thanks Shan!
Umm, yes, Shannon. Everything you just said encompasses so much of what I've so often felt but never put into words. I love when that happens - when someone else puts into words an emotion or thought you've felt but have never before expressed. Thank you for your delight in beauty.
AND...how is college? Oh my goodness, I feel so bad that I haven't asked you that yet. And your address there is?
Nicely put Shan... keep wondering. Love, Dad
Shannon, great post. I look forward to more like it.
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