“For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who
are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.” (1 Corinthians 1:18 NIV)
Author Max Lucado has written, "Being religious
without knowing the cross is like owning a Mercedes with no motor." As I
thought about that for a minute I got the image that the Mercedes I am sitting
in is stopped on the tracks at a railroad crossing. I will be fine and
comfortable for a period of time. I can listen to great music as I relax on my
plush leather seats. Pretty package, but where is the power to escape the
Judgment Train that is coming? It may not be in sight yet, but I've heard the
whistle. "For the wages of sin is death," writes Paul, "but the
free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." (Romans 6:23
NRSV) The cross is the engine that gives me the power to escape certain
tragedy. Thanks be to God for this powerful gift in Jesus Christ!
-- Rev. David T. Wilkinson
#4396
No comments:
Post a Comment
Thank you for sharing your comments about a quote or about this ministry. Please include your name and what state or country you live in. If you do not have a registered profile, you can login using the "Anonymous" tag in the "Comment as:" box below.
Note: Only a member of this blog may post a comment.