It seems to me that the greatest thing about Jesus is his kind and gracious attitude towards sin and that the overarching theme of "the church" has been to ensure that the saved are never completely saved but left to wallow in guilt and worthlessness.
Have we forgotten that Jesus has an explosive temper when the "righteous" piss him off?
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Sometimes when I lead worship at church, sometimes when I am about to take communion I feel overwhelmed by unworthiness. My sin crowds around me, taunting me, blocking my ears to all other sound. I think I cannot possibly lead the service. I cannot possibly take communion. I am not worthy.
Then I remember - that's the point. I am not worthy. Jesus makes me worthy. I can lead and take communion. And even when I think I am worthy, I'm not! I'm Still totally reliant on God's mercy. I just don't think I am then!
Ah, the weight that lifts in the light of Jesus love and mercy and grace to sinners.
mmmm, yes. thank you, cecily.
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