The word of God is quick and lively.
He speaks a word, we’re alive.
We repeat the message and life continues.
We are strange creatures.
We organize that lively word.
It becomes a tradition of men.
The life ebbs slowly away.
A stale crumb is left.
A message meant for a day…
became the standard meal.
God’s Word is like mercy,
They are new every morning.
Seek a fresh word of God…
A well rounded diet…
Stay spiritually healthy.
A further word on tradition. It does have its place. It does have worth. It shows us our roots and how we came to be where we are today. Yet the message and how it’s delivered will continue to be modified and changed as culture changes. Technology will also open up new avenues. My worry is that we can get so caught up in the style we use to deliver the message that we run the risk of losing the power of the message. I have seen this; through tradition as well as innovation.
Awesome post, Joe.
Thank God that His message has survived this long…even our mistakes won’t suppress it. I don’t worry (usually). I try to stay faithful.
I try to stay faithful
That is one of the reasons I like going to crossfire. I know the heart of the leadership is always sensitive to what God has in his.