Photo and Commentary ©2024 by Russell Jurgensen
Thursday, October 3, 2024

In this image from Newport Oregon, sea lions can be seen on the docks below. The Yaquina Bay Bridge rises in the background.

It is interesting how sea lions have found a spot so near people on this dock. The space is limited, and not all the sea lines can find spots. While we were watching, a sea lion hopped on top of several other sea lions and scooted over them until it stopped on a large sea lion. The other creature complained loudly but then settled down and let the interloper stay.

Fortunately for us, when we want to find a place close to God, there is plenty of space.

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”
Matthew 11:28-30

Let’s take advantage of the rest that Jesus offers where we don’t have to climb over others to get it.