September 22, 202

• We all use messages all the time. Whether it’s to plan a family gathering or communicate what you need or want to a business or associate. We also know that the importance of the message has a lot to do with how we send it.
• I can remember numerous occasions while working for Habitat Insulfoam a spray foam contractor when I would need to get a message to the crew on a job site. Sometimes it was a small change maybe to the depth of foam or to make sure they didn’t overlook some detail. Most of us have had that situation, usually in this case I would leave a note or call or even have another person pass the information along.
• However when the information was more important maybe relating to fire code or building inspector specifications I would not pass a note or have another person convey the information. I would show up on site.
• We all do this quite often. If something needs to be done that relates to your child’s safety or the quality or safety of your home you won’t usually send a message you show up in person.

     There are a number of terms in scripture which actually just mean messenger. An apostle is simply one sent with a message. The Greek word aggelos from which we get our English word angel simply means messenger. We know of many instances when God works through these messengers. Just like us however when something really important is happening God knows this is something that can’t be done through a messenger. “In the beginning was the Word and the Word was with God and the Word was God. And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the father full of grace and truth.” John 1:1 and 14. “And she gave birth to her first born son and wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn. And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them and the glory of the Lord shone around them and they were filled with fear. And the angel said to them “Fear not for behold I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a saviour who is Christ the Lord.” Luke 2:7-11

     The task that was important enough to bring the Son of God to earth was the salvation of all mankind Mat 1:21; Luke 19:10; Gal 4:4; Rom 5:10. The task was achieved Christ was not just born but lived the perfect life died on the cross to redeem us from sin and rose again and is now seated at the right hand of God in heaven Act 2:22-36. 

     Having done the task that no one else could Jesus returned to heaven to mediate on our behalf. The work is now back in the hands of messengers. For a time there were apostles and prophets these men gave us the Bible which is the completed message. It falls to us to carry that message to all who need it. We often remember the arrival and ministry of Jesus but let’s not just remember that he came but why and use this as an opportunity to tell others.

~ Kevin