asks God, "What is the kingdom of God like and to what should I compare it? It is like a mustard seed that someone took and sowed in the garden; it grew and became a tree, and the birds of the air made nests in its branches." This is another example proving the point of Augustine. Because the seed was "sowed" or used, and was not eaten or enjoyed, it became a tree that was the home of many birds. The !
             later use is more important and worthy of being loved more than the former, the will of the Lord was served.
             For a number of reasons, Bonhoeffer believes that humanity is a symbol of God. One reason is because we have freedom as humans. This freedom can be taken as a symbol for God thus showing our connection to him. It is ironic that this symbol is in an image of freedom because most images are not free, but rather confined in a fashion that makes it conceivable. Since it is difficult to find an image of God, Bonhoeffer uses freedom. Freedom is captured in our humanity and that is why our humanity can be a symbol for God as well. When our freedom of dominion is exercised, we have the ability to interact with the world and the ability to enter into relationships. How we choose to use this freedom is what brings about the degree to which God is present in the world and our humanity. Our relationship with creation affects the relationship with our neighbors and God. How we use nature and creation directly ties into this. If we were to use tree to build our homes but did not!
             plant more trees in the place of those we took, we would be acting in false dominion according to Bonhoeffer. This corresponds to Augustine's theory of uses and enjoyment. His interpretation of scripture on this matter ties in with Bonhoeffer's idea of our relationship with creation. If we don't use things for the final glory of God, then we are using them properly and in God's image. That's how ...