October 14, 2018
Face Time. Snap Chat. Skype. With the wonders of technology, we can see the faces of those far away from us, and have conversations.
I just returned from two weeks in Alberta and British Columbia, visiting more than 12 adults, and six children. This involved 5 flights, 2 rental cars, and a ferry ride! My conclusion? There is no substitute for in-person interaction. It is multi-dimensional.
Screens, even phones, are certainly better than nothing, but there is always a certain detachment, a distance, and missing dimensions of relationship, only possible in person.
The apostle John wrote in one of his letters: “I hope to come to see you and talk with you face to face, so that our joy may be complete.”
Eye contact, storytelling, laughter, hugs, smiles, tears, joy, unfolding conversations in the context of people’s real lives. Repeat. Irreplaceable imprints on hearts, especially mine.
Treasure your own times with others this week. Takes effort. Make it happen. Joy!