Does the Bible really matter?

Here is a question to ponder, "Does the Bible really matter?" If the answer is no, why spend so much time studying it. If the answer is yes, why not take it more seriously. A headline in the Wichita Eagle on March 29, 2010 states "Agriculture, Humane Society agendas clash". The first line reads "An escalating conflict in the United States pits . . . " That is the real issue. How is conflict resolved on a larger social scale when the conflict is based on conflicting priorities?

If the Bible really matters, then it becomes a priority. The study of the Bible, and the change of perspective associated with such study, will create a place for dialogue in the midst of disagreement, for compassion in the midst of conflict, for action in the midst of apathy. Priorities give order to our lives. When the priorities are at odds and their is no common ground, the result is chaos.

Does the Bible really matter? It's not just a theoretical question!

Giving Thanks

Today in Philippians we began with the question, "What is Philippians about?" Based on our discussion on Wednesday, the "correct" answer for today was not "joy", "Epaphroditus" or "Timothy" but to model a relationship that should be emulated. As we moved through the prayer section it became obvious that we too quickly skip over important information to get to the "hot topic" area. Paul begins with the word "Eucharistw", I give thanks. As Maundy Thursday fast approaches, it is important to remember that the Eucharist derives from giving thanks. Is it possible to worship at Easter by giving thanks for the provision God has made? Do we rush through the important information to get to the "sound bite"? Is Easter about the miracle of resurrection or is it about God working what we in our weakness could not?

Just a quick Easter moment.