“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” (John 1:1)
If we believe that in the beginning the Word existed and was divine, then we also acknowledge that intrinsic power exists within Word. We accept that Word is active and creative. Likewise, when we consider the power of word we must acknowledge that God spoke the universe into existence and sealed it with words: it was very good. It is no accident that this is a story documented and perpetuated in word. Neither is it an accident that so many of us feel a compulsion to create—with words, no less. In doing so, we imitate our maker. For this reason our work is more than private prayer, but a ministry in which we are to shed light, speak as prophets, link heaven and earth, and embrace mystery.