Finding Ourselves

[293 words] She was described by those leading the search as “Asian, about 160 cm, in dark clothing and speaks English well.” The woman had been reported missing from an Icelandic tour bus after her fellow travelers claimed that she had gotten off the bus but never returned. It turned out that she had, in fact, returned, but wasn’t recognized by the other passengers. The search was called off when the woman finally realized that the description matched her. It turned out that she was one of the nearly 50 people who had been searching for her (CBS News August 30, 2012; Yahoo News August 29, 2012). She had found herself. Sometimes we find ourselves, as well: We may find ourselves lost, alone and afraid. The Bible teaches us that God will find us and strengthen us (Ezekiel 34:16), that we need not be afraid (John 14:27; Psalm 34:4), and…