In his letter to Colossians (chapter 2), Paul addresses the ways in which some find opportunity to dismiss the witness of others. Grounds for disqualification seem to include food questions, drink, festivals... even sabbath observance. Paul tells the followers of Jesus to stand confident and let no one disqualify you.
We have journeyed together through this academic year (with some of you the journey has been for multiple years.) We have shared our confidences and acknowledged our remaining questions. Above all, we have acknowledged the wonderful thing which has happened in our lives - that thing which cannot be denied - that thing which serves as the root of our quest to find a way to speak of our experience of God.
I encourage you to speak boldly of the faith that resides within you. Though you may worry it is only a kernel, remember the image of the mustard seed whose size does not affect its ability to become mighty.
Let no one disqualify you.
Witness to what you have seen, to what you have experienced, to what you have been given. Avoid those who would question your practices regarding new moons or customs or traditions (see Colossians 2). "You have come to fullness of life in him."
We will be back together in the August. Till then know that I will hold you in my prayers and that I covet yours for me. Be safe. Be thoughtful. Above all, be prayerful.
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