In the story of Noah’s Ark, there is a unique take on perseverance. Noah is alerted a flood is coming, and is asked to build an ark, and fill it with pairs of animals. Then he is asked to live inside a shelter he’s created for an indefinite period of time, leaving behind the world he’s known.

We are flooded daily with images, emotions, and memories. Lately we were flooded with the images of the tragic shooting in Parkland, Florida, When is it time to brave the flood, and when is it wise to seek shelter?

Come Sunday, as we discern the time to let go.