Not only does he write with astounding imagery, but also he makes pieces of this imagery symbols. The mythical scheme is brought to the real world prospective. He truly captivates the sense of human nature colliding with God. MacDonald’s short story the “The Wise Woman” uses symbolism in a way that is convicting to any person who reads it. 1 Corinthians 10:13 summarizes MacDonald’s theme throughout this story. It says, “No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it (Stamps, 1640).” MacDonald’s story symbolizes the true characters and temptations of people today. The choice is theirs. People must desire to be changed, or they will stay in their sin and disobedience
Not only does he write with astounding imagery, but also he makes pieces of this imagery symbols. The mythical scheme is brought to the real world prospective. He truly captivates the sense of human nature colliding with God. MacDonald’s short story the “The Wise Woman” uses symbolism in a way that is convicting to any person who reads it. 1 Corinthians 10:13 summarizes MacDonald’s theme throughout this story. It says, “No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it (Stamps, 1640).” MacDonald’s story symbolizes the true characters and temptations of people today. The choice is theirs. People must desire to be changed, or they will stay in their sin and disobedience