People are impressed with power. Military might. Political position. Economic Status. Physical strength. And some people are obsessed with power. They will do anything to get it. And everything to hold on to it. And are in denial when they are unable to demonstrate it. Continue reading
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IT’S FRIDAY. BUT SUNDAY’S COMING! The Paradox of Power
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IT’S FRIDAY. BUT SUNDAY’S COMING! Three Symbols: Cup, Cross and Crown
Symbols are powerful means of communication in our culture. The American Flag, for example, communicates freedom. Patriotism. Honor. Valor. Courage. Our power and purpose as a country. Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. And the unity and pride we feel as Americans.
Symbols in similar manner identify a sports team. A political party. A fast food restaurant. Or an athletic shoe. Continue reading
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Worship Celebrates Christ
“The focus of worship,” writes Robert Webber, “is not human experience, not a lecture, not entertainment, but Jesus Christ—his life, death, and resurrection.” Continue reading
IT’S FRIDAY. BUT SUNDAY’S COMING! The Word of the Cross
Melvin Newland tells a story about a little girl who proudly wore a shiny cross on a chain around her neck. One day she was approached by a man who said to her, “Little girl, don’t you know that the cross Jesus died on wasn’t beautiful like the one you’re wearing? It was an ugly, wooden thing.” To which the girl replied, “Yes, I know. But they told me in Sunday School that whatever Jesus touches, He changes.” Continue reading
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IT’S FRIDAY. BUT SUNDAY’S COMING! When Failure is Not Fatal
John Maxwell has a neat book entitled “Failing Forward.” The Subtitle is “Turning Mistakes Into Stepping Stones for Success.” The thesis is that we all fail. But some fail backward. And others fail forward. Successful people respond positively to their failures. They learn. Grow. And achieve. Continue reading
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Upon The First Day of the Week
With such an emphasis today on the “week-end” as a time for travel, recreation, or sporting events it is easy to forget that Sunday is the first day of the week.
It is a unique day in history. It is a day sanctified in Scripture. It is a day special to all Christians. Continue reading
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IT’S FRIDAY. BUT SUNDAY’S COMING! When Life Feels Futile
Søren Kierkegaard, the Danish philosopher once lamented, “I feel as if I were a piece in a game of chess, when my opponent says of it: That piece cannot be moved.”
The 17th century author and theologian, Thomas Fuller, lamented, “We are born crying, live complaining and die disappointed.”
“Youth is a blunder, manhood a struggle, and old age a regret.” Opined the 19th century British statesman and Prime Minister, Benjamin Disraeli. Continue reading
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IT’S FRIDAY. BUT SUNDAY’S COMING! Am I Guilty of Crucifying Christ?
Who crucified Christ on that black Friday 20 centuries ago?
Was it the crude and cruel Roman soldiers who nailed the spikes into his hands and feet? Who gambled for His garments at the foot of the cross? And who pierced His side with a spear? Continue reading
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IT’S FRIDAY. BUT SUNDAY’S COMING! Life’s Swift Transition
How quickly things can change. We’ve all experienced it. That heart-rending phone call with a sobbing voice on the other end with tragic news. The results of a test and the Doctor’s unfavorable prognosis. The husband announces that he’s leaving to the shock of his wife and children. A close associate who betrays your trust. A once devoted friend who cowardly leaves when you need him the most. Continue reading
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IT’S FRIDAY. BUT SUNDAY’S COMING! Just Another Day. Or is it?
Another day. Another Friday. Another early morning when the rooster crowed. Folks were awakened. There is work to be done. Business to take care of. People to see. Preparations to be made for Sabbath worship.
A neighbor mentioned some commotion going on in the night. Some criminals captured. A late night and early morning meeting of the Sanhedrin. Odd. But there a day’s business ahead. There is a crowd in town and a buzz about a crucifixion. Guess they found that criminal guilty. But there’s things to do and no time to worry about that. Continue reading
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