Fire and smoke represented the presence of the Lord as the Israelites travel through the dessert, worshiped in the Temple, and recognized the Messiah.

Fire and smoke represented the presence of the Lord as the Israelites travel through the dessert, worshiped in the Temple, and recognized the Messiah.
Dealing with the enduring legacy of historical sin, such as our treatment of marginalized peoples, can be overwhelming. But we are not alone, and we are not expected to go it alone. God in Christ has made us new, entrusted us and empowered us.
This is an example of when God unexpectantly meets our smallest needs. They are not a coincidence, but a God-incidence.
We can see that all is not okay in the world. Loving those in need has a way of creating within us a righteous discontent, causing us to seek causes and explanation; prompting us to see patterns and connections.