I suppose every Age of Mankind has been full of drama, conflict, and urgency. Fights, wars, violence, intrigue. On the other hand, most people do what they can to lead a life which has these elements at a minimum! A lifetime as peaceful as possible! Yet……..deep down, as we age and mature, we become increasingly aware of how fragile life and a goal of peacefulness can be.
I read the news. I watch TV. I see and hear what is happening socially, politically, and worldwide in spite of wanting to be at home, safe and secure and… sound(ly) at peace. So do most of you!
Daniel and especially Mark 13 just lay it all out: conflict and the Coming of the End. Christians in every age await God’s drawing all things to a close. But, getting there to The End has always seemed like a long time coming… in hindsight.
There is, however, a message for here and now in 2015. I believe it to be one of hope… and actually of peace!
Come to worship on Sunday and lets find out together!
Blessings!
Pastor Barry