Beyond the Surface

For God called you to do good, even if it means suffering, just as Christ suffered for you. He is your example, ad you must follow in his steps. 1st Peter 2:21 NLT

Charles William Eliot, one of the greatest presidents of Harvard University, was born with a serious facial disfigurement. Once he was old enough to be sensitive about it, his mother said, "My son, it is not possible for you to get rid of this handicap. We have consulted the best physicians and they can do nothing for you. But it is possible, with God's help, to grow a soul and mind so big that people will forget to look at your face." This is exactly what he did. Today, he is recognized as one of the educators who shaped modern secondary education.

Paul talked about the only begotten Son of God willfully coming to earth and humbling Himself to become a man. He further subjected Himself to the disfigurement of the cross. His life, death, and resurrection force us to look beyond that ugliness to the glory of His salvation. One day every knee will bow before this Lord of lords!

Christ is our example of obedience. The challenge is clear; our lives are to bring glory to His name. We, like Eliot, can live lives so beautifully meaningful that people will look beyond our human form to see the living Christ within us. May that be our prayer for this day.

Many of you, like me, can l become calloused, forget the deeper meaning that Peter so completely reminds us of. If you are having trouble getting "Beyond the Surface," of the circumstances of your life. Or if you would like to know more about the life of Jesus and his plan for you, click of the Frontline Church link on this page. If you just need someone to listen or possibly someone to pray with, contact me directly; rlwhitener@gmail.com Don't forget to include "prayer request" in the subject line of your email.

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God Bless