In the midst of the tragic news related to the Tsunami, I found this interesting article about the Post of St. Thomas. Apparently, while the buildings around it were barraged by water from the effects of the Tsunami, the Cathedral of St. Thomas in Santhome, India was miraculously preserved. The Basilica is built upon the tomb of the Apostle Thomas. It's amazing to see the power of God!
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The powerful lesson here isn't a miracle of God's mercy, a building is not more precious to God than a child.
The lesson here is the authority with which an Apostle of Christ Jesus speaks. St. Thomas said some 2000 years ago that the sea would not pass the post, and the sea has listened.
Oh that we should listen to what the Apostles teach when they speak with authority.
Posted by: ben | Jan 10, 2005 at 05:33 PM
You're right Ben. I didn't meant to imply that the lesson of this miracle was the preservation of the building, and re-reading the article that certainly seems to me that is the thrust.
In fact, I posted it because I noticed something else that struck me. This Cathedral has become the point of aid and shelter for thousands of people in the area affected by the Tsunami. As clearly as the Barque of Peter, this Cathedral stands to offer aid to those who have lost loved ones, homes, and security.
The Cathedral stands as if to say "I will not leave you abandoned."
Posted by: Stephen | Jan 10, 2005 at 06:41 PM