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In a recent attempt to escape prison, a Brazilian drug trafficker’s plan was likely inspired by the Mission Impossible series and other similar films. Alas, in his case, there was no Hollywood ending.
Clauvino da Silva was apprehended by authorities wearing an authentic costume to appear as his 19-year-old daughter, who had come for an approved visit. Brazilian officials released photos and video footage of da Silva, dressed in skinny jeans, a pink T-shirt and bra, a wig, and a silicone mask over his head.
Guards said that what tipped them off to the deception was not the lifeless silicone face from the mask. Rather it was da Silva’s furtive gait and demeanor as he attempted to blend in with the seven other women who were all leaving in a group. Police also stopped to question those women, to find out whether they were involved with the escape attempt.
Said one official, “Though he had the face of a girl, he didn’t move like a woman.”*
When I read this story recently, I was reminded that as professed Christians, some people look the part, but often struggle in fulfilling that role because their hearts haven't actually been changed. Christianity is more than mere behavior modification. It is an inside-job that only God can do for us and in us.
It's one thing to look like a Christian, but quite another to actually be one.
"If then your whole body is full of light, having no part dark, the whole body will be full of light, as when the bright shining of a lamp gives you light.” Luke 11:36
Have a great day and God bless!
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*Source: Tim Wyatt, “Gang leader disguises himself in silicone mask of daughter's face in jailbreak bid” Independent.com (8-5-19)
