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Welcome to Varied Expressions of Worship

This blog will be written from an orthodox Christian point of view. There may be some topic that is out of bounds, but at present I don't know what it will be. Politics is a part of life. Theology and philosophy are disciplines that we all participate in even if we don't think so. The Bible has a lot to say about economics. How about self defense? Is war ethical? Think of all the things that someone tells you we should not touch and let's give it a try. Everything that is a part of life should be an expression of worship.

Keep it courteous and be kind to those less blessed than you, but by all means don't worry about agreeing. We learn more when we get backed into a corner.

Friday, February 24, 2017

Opus 2017-060: The Not-So-Grim Reaper

Every once in awhile the subject of death comes up in class.  We could be discussion terrorism, the latest epidemic panic, a recent accident or a death of a grandparent.  I have been known to joke about death and I often remark that I am ready to go.  The kids can get all squeamish over the mention of death.  They are afraid of the topic.  So are a lot of adults.

Fear of death?  My first reaction is, “Why?”  For Christians the Grim Reaper is not so grim.  For Christians death means that we go on to the destiny we were created for.  This morning in the car as I listened to Alistair Begg he quoted a verse that every Christian is familiar with.
(Philippians 1:21 KJV)  For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.
This verse reminds me of two bedrock truths for the Christian.  Life has a purpose and death is going to be even better.

Does that mean I am to commit suicide to be with Jesus?  Of course not.  It just means that although I am not allowed to cheat the IRS, I can cheat the grave.

So death can be a happy thought, a happy thought indeed.

I am sorry if you don’t understand.

homo unius libri
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4 comments:

  1. Vincent TonFebruary 24, 2017 at 11:34 PM

    Death comes up often in class? Things really have gone downhill.

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    1. PumiceFebruary 25, 2017 at 8:54 AM

      Some students are so busy trying to put things in the teacher's pocket that they don't listen a lot.

      Grace and peace.

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  2. AnonymousFebruary 25, 2017 at 7:59 AM

    I totally understand. Not that I wish to leave here yet as there are some pleasant aspects to life but I'm looking forward to death and crossing over.

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    1. PumiceFebruary 25, 2017 at 8:55 AM

      It is certainly not a matter of fear. I like to think that a beautiful scenic view will be even more glorious when we can see with perfect vision.

      Grace and peace.

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