Almost all humans recognize that there is a gap between what we should do and what we actually do. Also, we have invented many methods to try to deal with that gap. Unfortunately, we repeatedly discover that our methods don’t ultimately work. In John 1:19-34, John (the Baptist) called Jesus “the Lamb of God” and claimed that he is able to take away that gap in our lives. (Here are Larry’s complete sermon notes.)
After complaining repeatedly to God, the prophet had a view of God’s power and fell silent.
While the Old Testament is still valid, we also have the message of the one who was raised from the dead.
Our little work of accepting each other in the church is part of the big work God is doing in the world.
