So Near yet So Far

Little Diomede Island (USA)

Little Diomede Island (2.8 square miles) of the United States of America retains a permanent native Eskimo population unlike the Big Diomede Island (11 square miles), which is part of Russia. Though only less than 2.4 miles (3.9 kilometers) apart, these islands are not only separated by political jurisdiction but are also separated by the International Date Line. They are near each other yet they have a 24-hour difference.

This reminds me of the mercy of God. Every opportunity to be close to God has been given to us... yet, oftentimes, we choose to move far away. God is always with us. "If we are unfaithful, He remains faithful, for He cannot deny Himself" (2 Tm 2:10-13). We are sinful, yet God is merciful.