I am
really enjoying this series – here are just some thoughts on the first sermon
in the series:
The 10
commandments are instruments for freedom, revealing to us the manufacturer’s
specifications for our lives. As DJ would put it : “When in doubt, READ THE OWNER’S
MANUAL!” The owner’s manual that is designed to protect and enhance a
life of freedom.
What a
beautiful way to understand the laws of God as they are designed to be – not an
imposition on human nature, but an exposition of human nature – a tool for
freedom!
I see the
same heart behind our super-ultra packet. The culture-points, schedules,
orientations, rules, etc., are not designed to be an oppressive and prohibitive
imposition, but instead a revelation of the heart of our ministry. Each element
of that packet reveals the meaning, the lifeblood, of everything at SSCM. Each page
is designed to protect and enhance a life of freedom on the water for campers,
youth staff, barneys, trainees, drivers, and admin, like Dylan was saying.
WOW, I mean,
I’ve always been a bit of a rule follower, but DJs sermons are revealing the deep
LOVE of the commandments in a new way to me. Excited for the next one!
I like your label - Tool for Freedom. Sweet Super Ultra Packet nomenclature there! Might use that during training weekends. Thanks Mirm!
ReplyDeleteI love how you connected it to the super-ultra packet. It's so true! At first it can look like a set of rules but once you experience them they set you free - just like the 10 commandments.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing Mirm