We are a forgetful people in a land of distractions. Our minds are easily captivated by trivial and temporary inducements. New things quickly become old. In our mind’s eye even glory tends to fade and warnings tend to wane. It is no wonder that we who are invisibly united to Christ and visibly in and not of this world live in constant need of renewal. And what is true for the Christian is true for the church. This is a series that seeks to renew the mind of the church. Not so much by reviewing what she is called to do as much as what she is called. As with the Christian so with church, her God-given identity defines her. We who are the church are a people for God and none other.
Before we return to the book of Romans, we will be looking at the what scripture says about the Church, in its nature, how she expresses herself in song, and how the church cares and equips for its members.
The messages from this series can be found here:
Manny Pereira - February 14, 2021
Crucifixion Throne
It is about redefining greatness. It does place an emphasis on service. It most certainly stresses Christ’s cross for both propitiation and pattern. But this passage unveils still more. It reveals more of Christ and consequently we are more exposed. With penetrating paradox irony saturates the scene. Misunderstanding marks the most enlightened. Desires are disclosed. Emotions run high. And in this moment the demonstration of a more extreme contrast of character is scarcely possible. It depicts the enigma of the first and last. It explains the means of grace. Here, the King speaks of His redemption crown and His crucifixion throne. Pride is unmasked to show its dreadful ugliness as Christ displays His humble beauty.
Scripture References: Matthew 20:17-28
