Today is Wednesday, August 16th, 2017; Karen's Korner #3622

The replica of Noah's Ark, actual size was something to see. It was BIG!

Some of the information was Biblical:  size of the ark is specifically mentioned in Genesis. Some of what we saw was what I'd call 'artist interpretation', as every detail is not mentioned in the Bible.

It amazes me to think that God 'created' in Genesis 1 and by Genesis chapter 6, He is telling Noah to build this big boat, as 'He was very sorry He'd made them...'

Because Noah was the 'only truly righteous man living on the earth at that time', he and his family and all the animals would be spared from the oncoming disastrous flood.

One hundred years after the beginning of the ark construction with Noah at the age of 600, they were ready to 'float the boat'.

The next step was for Noah, his three sons plus their wives and all of the animals to get on the boat!

When I observed the size of the ark with its three complete levels, I couldn't help but marvel at all the work those eight people would have to do daily to take care of every creature enduring the storm together.

This was no cruise ship; there was lots of work to be done for days!

It makes me think about us:  we want to 'get on board God's ark' to be saved from the oncoming disaster. But once we get on the ship, do we pull out the deck chairs and enjoy the Son-shine. Or do we ask God what kind of work needs to be done to 'take care of His animals'?



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