I have an idea. Why don't we build a house honoring the Lord and go inside and close the doors and never come out again." Though she jested, he saw the desperate unhappiness in her eyes. "What light can shine from a closed house, beloved? God wants us in the world, not hiding from it.
A character suggests creating a house to honor God, intending to isolate themselves from the world by closing the doors permanently. While she makes this suggestion half-jokingly, her unhappiness reveals a deeper struggle. This prompts a reflection on the nature of faith and the purpose of their existence.
The response emphasizes that true faith should engage with the world rather than retreat from it. The character points out that isolating themselves in a closed house would do no good for their spiritual journey, as God desires them to be a light in the world, actively participating in life instead of hiding away.
