Sitting in The Holy Space

Several months ago I read about a Mandorla. I drew a picture of one and wrote some notes in my journal. I neglected to write down the source so I apologize that I cannot tell you where I first read about the Mandorla.

My notes say a Mandorla inspires action. It is the union of opposites. It offers a place to sit with the tension. It is balm for wounds. Since the drawing in my journal was a little rough, I decided to use my computer to make a more pleasing picture of the mandorla from my journal. 

Instead of rushing to judgment, what would it be like to sit with the tension? It seems we all think our way is the right way and we refuse to listen to any other side. Today pause and sit in the holy space, the place where opposites are united. Listen and remember:

My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this:

Everyone should be quick to listen,

slow to speak and

slow to become angry.

James 1:19 (NIV)