Saved . . . how?
The process of being “saved” in the theological, or churchy, sense is an interesting one. I don’t know if I have the capacity to go into all the different scenarios out there to become “saved.”
The things you need to do to be saved run the gamut from being baptized as an infant to saying a special set of words to devoting your life to a cause. I grew up in one of the “say some words” groups and it was essential to say the words in the correct order with the correct intent at the correct time. For those outside of this tradition, it doesn’t sound so hard but for some of us on the inside it was impossible. How did I know my intent was pure enough, or sincere enough, or whatever enough. Okay, that’s about to turn into a rant and that’s for another day, if ever.
Our texts today deal with being saved, especially the Old Testament and Gospel lessons. If you read the story of David and Goliath you know David saved the Israelites. If you read the story of Jesus calming the storm you know Jesus saved the disciples. But is it that simple? The short answer is, no it isn’t that simple. The long answer is today’s sermon.
As always, let me know what you think if you are so inclined and able.
Blessings,
