'The face is controlled by the heart rather than the will'.
Our faces do not only reflect what is going on inside us, they are part of that emotional response, generating further emotions. Smiling itelf can reinforce the delight we feel. 'A sense of trust and social well-being rises and spreads outward, enveloping the other'.
This is why face to face contact is so vital, nourishing our relationships. There are revealing flickers of emotion flashing across our faces. With our attachment to technology our expressions are lost on those who receive our communications. Why do managers resort to e-mails when their staff are a desk away?
God's glory is seen in the face of Christ which can transform those who perceive it. This is why Paul tells us we need to keep our gaze on Him, part of our transformation into His image. 2 Corinthians 3 vs 18.
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