The Solace of Fierce Landscapes (page 11)
Lane makes a bold statement on page 11: “The realization of God’s love at the heart of one’s being is inseparably related to ascetica and liturgical performance (which in themselves suggested by the desert experience)”. I find this hard to believe. It seems very legalistic and almost completely antithetical to what Paul says in Romans. But, the part that makes more sense, is the desert landscape. The desert is fierce and desolate. Only through extreme preparation can one attempt to experience this fully. Same with God’s love. The more you are able to humble yourself, pray and dedicate your life, the more you are in tune with God. The desert is often a symbol for God. He is vast, unknowing and intense. When faced in the desert, you are forced to confront your personal self to survive. It is a place where you discover who you are. Like, the desert, being with God you are able to find yourself. You find peace. Maybe this is what Lane was trying to say, I don’t know. But I believe it. You don’t need to do anything to receive His love, yet at the same time, there are things you can do to make you more connected.
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