07-27-23

ECCLESIOLOGICAL ETCHINGS
July 27, 2023
In the 14th chapter of John’s Gospel, we read:

“Very truly, I tell you, the one who believes in me will also do the works that I do and, in fact, will do greater works than these, because I am going to the Father” (v.12).

​I referenced this passage a few weeks ago in my sermon. These words make me think of one of my favorite movies, The Princess Bride. It is a wonderful movie with a character named Miracle Max (played by Billy Crystal) who is invited to help create a miracle. One of the other characters asks if he can move a little more quickly, to which Miracle Max responds, "You rush a miracle. You get rotten miracles." Though Jesus performed some amazing things in his life, he indicated that his followers would do even greater things. Cypress Creek Christian Church, whether it realizes it or not, is currently participating in some amazing and miraculous happenings, even though the process of some of this work is slow and tedious. The words of Miracle Max are important for us to hear: "You rush a miracle. You get rotten miracles." Often, it is just God getting all the participants together and on the same page.

Give me the virtue of patience, Lord, so I may faithfully participate in your miraculous work. Amen.