“THINKABOUTIT” THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

Wednesday;  December 26, 2007

 

          If we were to find ourselves in one of the countries closely tied to the British Crown, today might be Boxing Day.  While I don’t know much about the celebration, I do know that it s a day dedicated to people exchanging gifts and tasks with each other and, in some cases, servants become the served.

          The idea of service might be novel to the world; but, it is deeply embedded in Christianity.  Not only are we told that we should serve one another, the greatest demonstration of the heart-and-soul of the movement is found in the Master serving those He freed from spiritual slavery and healed of moral depravity.  When the Bible mentions Jesus it reminds us, “… He Himself bore our sins in His body on the cross, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness; for by His wounds you were healed.” (I Peter 2:24).

          In the midst of a holiday hangover, it’s easy to feel despondent; but, let’s remember how blessed we really are.  We serve a King who was willing to serve (and save) us.

          Think about it!  For the Madison Avenue Church of Christ; this is Charlie Wharton.