With our Lent Course on
Matthew’s Gospel beginning on Wednesday, I wanted to say something about why
you should give some time to one of the gospels.
(1) You’ll enjoy it. The
gospels are really great literature which has stood the test of time. You’ll
find it surprising, strange, intriguing.
(2) These short books have
shaped Western civilisation. Everyone who wants to think of themselves as even
vaguely educated should have read at least one gospel as an adult.
(3) There is great practical
wisdom to be learnt here. The gospel could really help you and change your life
for the better.
(4) In this book you can
meet Jesus Christ. He is the person who divided history in two. Aren’t you a
bit interested in him?
(5) This is the only
reason which really depends on a developed Christian theology. Christians have
always believed that these books are the words of God. They are God speaking.
God-breathed, given by inspiration or expiration of God. They are human words
which convey the divine word. If there is a chance that this is true, don’t you
want to listen to what your Maker who loves you has to say to you? In fact, he
wants you to know his Son whom he loves, with whom he is well pleased. God the
Father says “Listen to my Son”. And we do that as we read the Spirit uttered
words of Scripture. In the pages of the Bible you will find Jesus and he is
Life. His words are what you really need for a person cannot live by bread alone
but only by every word which proceeds from the mouth of God. Read the Word and
meet the Word.
Enjoy!
You can join us at the
Rectory 7:30pm Wed 25th Feb for coffee, biscuits and a bit of
Matthew’s gospel. Or via Zoom. Anyone localish and all church members welcome.
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