Sunday, May 29, 2011

Paradox - Going Against The Grain Of This Culture

Isaiah 55:8-9 says, "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the LORD. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts." The world says being first is preferable. Jesus said that the last shall be first. The world idolizes strength. Jesus said God demonstrates his strength through people's weakness. The world values large numbers. Jesus chose a small group to be his disciples and often ignored the crowds to focus on individuals. The world seeks happiness. Jesus said blessed are they that mourn. The world is attracted to large, spectacular performances. Jesus said his kingdom would be like a mustard seed.

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