And the picture.

I was thinking about the last post and as I was in the shower (the quietest place in the house) I had this picture in my mind.....
A man is floating on his back in the sea. It is a clear day and the ocean surrounds him for miles. He is alone. He is dressed in a suit and wears a life jacket. He is waiting for whoever will come to get him. He thinks he is fine. But he is not. If he just stays there, he will die, for he is not being fed.
There is another man, on the same ocean. Wide open. The clear day is turning dark. A storm is coming. He is wet, and cold, and flailing. He looks hopeless but he is not. He is shouting and searching, and hoping that if he starts swimming, he will be found or will find someone.... something.
It's a parallel of the two women: One looking safe and proper, the second looking a little weak. The second was seeking.
I hope I can remember these pictures. To not just hold to my life jacket, but to seek my rescuer.

Jeremiah 29:11-13 ~ "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you," declares the LORD, "and will bring you back from captivity." 

By the way. Both women now are strong. Are found. My God is merciful and he will seek you out too. You just have to say, "Here I am." ..... and then you swim towards Him with faith.