We are so familiar with the patterns of the empire that it can be difficult for us to embrace the patterns of Christ. And still, Jesus invites us into this pattern and a life of grace that challenges assumptions of power. If we pay attention, Jesus invites us to break free from this world's patterns and step into the pattern of his grace.
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Indeed! It's so hard to wiggle away from the patterns of power, with all of its prizes and all it prizes us away from, to realize where Jesus places his loving eyes. We are so accustomed to these patterns, even in church, that we would probably not even see the ones Jesus singles out for blessings in the Beatitudes.
Thanks for this. By the way, which denomination do you serve as a pastor?
I loved the final paragraph:
We are so familiar with the patterns of the empire that it can be difficult for us to embrace the patterns of Christ. And still, Jesus invites us into this pattern and a life of grace that challenges assumptions of power. If we pay attention, Jesus invites us to break free from this world's patterns and step into the pattern of his grace.
**
Indeed! It's so hard to wiggle away from the patterns of power, with all of its prizes and all it prizes us away from, to realize where Jesus places his loving eyes. We are so accustomed to these patterns, even in church, that we would probably not even see the ones Jesus singles out for blessings in the Beatitudes.
Thanks for this. By the way, which denomination do you serve as a pastor?