|
Written by Heather
|
|
Friday, 05 March 2010 00:00 |
|
Matthew 11:29-30 (The Message):
[Jesus said] “are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you'll recover your life. I'll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won't lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you'll learn to live freely and lightly."
Christianity’s exclusive truth claim is the most inclusive worldview available—and it compels the greatest love, humility and acceptance. In fact, at its very core, is an invitation to all (“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened…”). But it also challenges us to love others humbly, generously and unconditionally, because God loves us in that way. The central illustration of this love is Christ’s death on the cross; his death offers freedom from the authority of sin, but also requires us to surrender ourselves in a similar fashion.
|