Friday, October 10, 2008

Message Fit For A Queen

This Sunday will be awesome! I have heard so many men and women say they are looking forward to the Sex & Sensibility message that will be given from a women's point of view from Kristine Wood. I asked Kristine if she would be willing to give this message so that our female listeners would understand that she is speaking truth AND that of course it is coming through the filter of a women's heart, mind, soul and body. Of course, this clear message will be great for the men in the house and even the boys. However, I want to really encourage all parents to make sure your daughters are here!

We live in a culture where many women and girls have gotten caught up in the insensible sexual views, myths, desires, expectations and now actions. This insensible sexuality is leading to confusion, depression, pain and even a sense of loss of identity. Many women have lost all sense of sexual self-worth and inhibition as they see themselves as sexual objects of lust and not valued treasures created by God.

Their is a more sensible way......this Sunday you will hear it!


Tonight: If you are a 4-5 grader and would like to attend the fall lock-in tonight, email Mr. Clint at clint@charlottesouth.com for details....

Today's Bible Reading Luke 23

This is a famous true story about the life of Christ. As you read through it... were you able to visualize what was going on? I have seen so many movies and dramas over my life about this scene....that when I am reading it....I can see it being played out in my mind's eye. The one aspect of crucifixion that always gets to me is when Pilate tells the crowd that he is going to just punish Jesus and let Him go because he found him guilty of nothing that deserves death. Then the crowd says.....release Barabbas and crucify Jesus.

I have always wondered what happened to Barabbas. I mean Jesus really did die in His place and for him. Not just in a true spiritual sense....but in a real present day "swap". Jesus was killed that day and Barabbas walked away.

What do you think Barabbas did that weekend? What do you think he did with his life that was given a second chance? In seminary I read different thoughts and ideas of what scholars thought happened to Barabbas....nothing definitive....just speculation.

What would you have done if you were "swapped" out with Jesus? Guess what....in a very true sense...when you accepted Jesus as Savior....the same thing happened. You were given a second chance on life. So.....what are you doing with it?