I’ve been reflecting lately on the power of a good story. I’ve consumed several lately, as I’ve been listening to The Chronicles of Narnia on my iPod. While I stood in church Sunday morning, I found it easier to reflect on particular qualities of God’s nature because of my recent familiarity with Aslan, the Christ-type figure in C.S. Lewis’s wonderful series. And when we sing Matt Redman’s anthem-like song, “Never Let Go”, I can’t help but think back to the movie, “The Guardian”, in which that phrase is a foundation of the story. These stories help me to know about God, to synthesize the world in more meaningful ways. Take some time this week and look for a good story. Don’t let the story end with the last page, but bring it into your life and world. Let a good story make an impact on the way you see, and let it direct the eyes of your consciousness heavenward.