Evening: Psalm 42, 43; Mark 15:33-39
Early
Christians reached two conclusions about Jesus. A centurion gave voice
to the first – “Truly this man was God’s son.” Secondly, they came to
believe that Jesus would return soon to bring the promised Kingdom into
being. The debate continues about what both conclusions mean. Jesus has
not yet returned, although many believe his Spirit is with us. This is
the context of James’ exhortation, “Be patient, therefore, beloved.”
Patient endurance, kindness and hospitality are good ways to live in the
time between where we find ourselves now and what we hope for, whatever
that may be.
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