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“THINKABOUTIT” THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

Monday; August 4, 2008

          When we think of disciples, we often think about the righteousness of Paul or the spirit of John; yet, early on, those who were attracted to Jesus were not (necessarily) the cream of the social crop.  Take for instance, Matthew.  Not only was he a tax-collector, he was also considered a traitor and an outcast.   Until he met Jesus, I’m sure he had a job; but, probably not much of a life.  Then, as Matthew later recalls, Jesus, “… saw a man, called Matthew, sitting in the tax office; and He said to him, ‘Follow Me!’ And he rose, and followed Him.” (Matthew 9:9)  That day changed Matthew because he found value, he found a purpose, he found Jesus.

         Who are there Matthews around us?  Who are there people that society has written off; but, possess the value to impact the world?  Are we taking the time to recognize those who just need a renewed purpose in life?  Let’s do what Jesus did and invite them to follow us to a rewarding life.  They will never be the same!

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

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