unseen power

One of the California experiences we looked forward to, and then very much enjoyed, was riding the cable cars of San Francisco.  We were fascinated to discover that they were invented back in the 1870's and are still very much a part of the transportation system there.  A few factors have helped them endure, despite advances in transportation technology like electricity and gasoline engines.   They were first invented as a replacement for horse drawn carriages because the steep hills of the city gave horses problems and the horses created health issues with their manure production.  The cable cars have probably lasted this long in San Francisco, when they were replaced long ago in other cities, because of their romantic appeal and the sheer fun of feeling the open air and ocean breezes while negotiating the hills that would make walking a challenge and parking cars a nuisance.  We visited the cable car museum to find out how they work and discovered that there is no power in the cable car itself.  The source of power is unseen from above.  It consists of a series of cables that are continuously running during the day under the road.  The cars grab onto these cables to move at a maximum of 9 miles per hour and the cable car drivers are skilled to manage speed and braking with the hand controls that act like giant vice grips or pliers with the cable.  On reflection I realized that I am just a cable car myself.  I have no spiritual power in myself and must grab onto the Lord's continuously running cable.  He will carry me over the hills and provide the opportunity to enjoy the cool breezes and gorgeous views of His city.  The simple technology of the cable car has enduring value and the simple, but profound, presence of the Lord in our lives will never be outmoded either!

1 Timothy 1:17 All honor and glory to God forever and ever! He is the eternal King, the unseen one who never dies; he alone is God. Amen.

blessings,

Rob Smith