According to one person the world is going to end today. I've done a bunch of research into the person and the theology he holds. There's not much we agree on. But, my heart aches a little today.
The skeptics of faith are ready to add another failed prediction to the basket of reasons to question the Bible.
Comedians will have new material.
Jaded Christians will have a person to point at, distance themselves from, and join in the mocking so as not to appear as one of "them."
Gullible Christians will wonder why God didn't come through… again.
I've thought about what I should say to my church and friends. Should I give my views on the predictions and the theology behind them? Should I detail why I disagree with Harold Camping? Should I quote Bible verses to further discredit someone who claims to have God's calendar figured out? Should I try to stick up for God because some are making a mockery of His plan? Should I not even bring it up since many may not even know what I'm talking about?
What should a pastor say to his church today?
My conclusion - very little.
I don't have a lot to say.
Serve Jesus today. Don't get caught in debates. Don't malign someone you don't know. Don't err on the side of arrogance or pride. Pray for people a lot. Read the Bible. Withhold rudeness. Help someone smile. Look for an opportunity to share the love of Christ. Be generous. Encourage. Fill the life roles that you have with the faith of someone who loves God with all they are. Spend this day as if it were your last day. Serve Jesus today.
And if he gives us another one - do it again.
And if he gives us another one - do it again.
And if he gives us another one - do it again.
And if he gives us another one - do it again.
And if he gives us another one - do it again.
And if he gives us another one - do it again.
And if he gives us another one - do it again.
And if he gives us another one - do it again.
And if he gives us another one - do it again… etc.
Until Then,
Pastor Dave
1 comment:
AMEN!
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