September 13, 2009
Preparation Scripture: Proverbs 1:20-33 and Mark 8:27-38
Not all countries of the world share the freedom that we enjoy. For those living under the restrictive rule of a dictator, speaking of Christ as being one's Lord and Savior could easily be considered a threat. The region that Jesus lived and taught, in his time on earth, was dominated by Rome and their supreme ruler, Caesar. And to openly choose Jesus over Caesar as one's Lord and Savior could have been quite dangerous.
But it was never Jesus' plan to successfully defeat his enemies of this world. His plan was to invite us to accept him and follow his teachings. A plan that would strenthen our resolve, and free our soul.
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