Hello ,
Here is a devotional that I sent out in 2013 that is also applicable for the day in which we live:
In the midst of her "Mrs. Carter Show" world tour, the singer Beyonce has made it very explicit what she expects from her hosts. The U.K.'s Daily Star reportedly scooped up a copy of the list. What are some of the included requirements?
- All crew members have to wear 100 percent cotton.
- Alkaline water must be chilled to 21 degrees and served with $900 titanium straws.
- Bathrooms must have new toilet seats and red toilet paper at every venue.
- Hand-carved ice balls should be made after each show to cool her throat.
- She needs newly refurbished, luxury dressing rooms, but she is also using a space typically used to accommodate entire sports teams.
I'm constantly amazed at the amount of homage we pay to celebrities here on planet earth, and how society barely questions it. As King of the universe, Jesus deserved more than we could have ever provided for Him if he had arrived with a "rider" list of demands.
In stead, He chose to be born in a humble stable, surrounded by animals, and dedicated His life to meeting the needs of common, ordinary people. Then, as a crowning act of His service and love, He chose to die on a cruel cross for our sins, so that we could have the opportunity to taste eternal
life.
The more I see some of the selfish, ridiculous demands of the 'celebrity population" of society, and the more I compare it with the self-less, loving demands of Jesus Christ, the more convinced I am that those who choose to follow Him are on the only track that makes any sense
whatsoever.
Lord, help me to put stock in Your kingdom ONLY. In Jesus name, amen!
Have a great day and God bless!
