Many of those that I see and know seem to be the walking dead!
People are trapped in a life of dreary repetition or meaningless chaos. Nothing works well, and life doesn't seem much of a gift to be enjoyed fully. For many, escaping from reality is what brings some semblance of excitement, but there is usually a terrible price to be paid for such lifestyle choices. Addictive lifestyles of any shape or size are destructive by their very nature.
Is there a better way?
Jesus encountered the same sort of world that we encounter. he spoke clearly of the options we face. 'The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life.' (John 10.10)
Jesus offers us the prospect of being fully alive. This life comes from God, by creation and re-creation, and allows ordinary people like us to find our deepest fulfilment and richest satisfaction. The price of such a gift is very high, as Jesus told the crowds. 'I am the living bread that came down from heaven. Anyone who eats this bread will live forever; and this bread, which I will offer so the world may live, is my flesh.” (John 6.51)
The death and resurrection of Jesus is God's way to open the life of heaven to people like us. Then, and only then, will we discover what it is to be fully alive.
Best wishes,
Richard
The Resurrection is the theme for this year's London Men's Convention, to be held on Saturday, 26th April at the Central Hall, Westminster. Further details are at http://www.christianconventions.org.uk/lmc/theconvention.php.
A group from St. Andrew's are going to the afternoon event. Book your ticket today, and let Adrian Johnson know that you are planning on joining the group.
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