Friday, April 5, 2002
Friday, April 5, 2002
He called the twelve and began to send them out two by two, and gave them
authority over the unclean spirits.
In order to show their appreciation for this dedicated crew, the town built a rescue station right
on the edge of the sea. They held community events to raise funds to furnish it with the very
latest in rescue equipment. They provided opportunities for the latest training in rescue
techniques. Their faith in their rescue squad was not in vain. For several years this committed
crew saved many lives through their tireless efforts.
However, as time went on, some new furnishings were added to the station. Thick carpeting,
plush chairs, a checkerboard, a kitchen. Soon what had been a rescue station became more
and more a social hall, a meeting place for the members. Now when the alarm sounded, fewer
members of the rescue squad responded. They
found it difficult to leave the comfortable confines of the rescue station.
I don't need to spell out the implications of the rescue station that became a social hall. It can
happen. It does happen. Those who stand before the throne of God and before the Lamb are
dressed in robes that have been made pure because they have been
washed in the blood of the Lamb. That blood was shed for a great and mighty cause--the
salvation of undeserving persons like you and me. But for more than just you and me.
(Mark 6.7
NRSV)
A certain sea-side town was justly proud of its rescue squad. They were able seamen with a
concern for others. Whenever there was a shipwreck on the jagged rocks that
protruded along the coast near the little town, the members of the rescue squad would quickly
man their rescue boats and make their way out to render whatever aid they could even under
the most dangerous conditions.
Lord Jesus, get me out of my comfortable rescue station that I may save some lives for our
Father's kingdom. Amen.
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