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The Earth shudders. The sea rises. And 200,000
people die. TV cameras capture the apocalyptic devastation and pathos
of lost lives and loves. Around the country, around the world, millions
dig into their pockets and give with unprecedented generosity.
It
is impossible not to whisper "thanks" to the Spirit of God, stirring
souls to express their compassion in ways that change lives in places
far removed from their daily routines. At such times, the world
shrinks. "Global community" takes on fresh significance.
Christian
souls might imagine and celebrate the reign of God, that community of
love, drenched in an eternal spring of mercy, breaking through the
thick crust of human cynicism.
But then the TV lights go dark. The cameras find new horrors and diversions. And we forget ... and die, at least a little.
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