We get wrapped up in what we think is supposed to happen around us or in our precious buildings instead of dealing with the issues of our hearts. Yes, many churches have kept their balance for years because of tradition just like the village of Anatevka, Russia, but sadly, they are more like the fiddler [...]
May 1, 2008
An Englishman’s Perspective – Tradition (Pt. 2)
1. Ministering in one series of meetings near central UK, some very theologically hymns were sung. However, in more than one instance, I noted some of the older believers who instead of standing to sing would take note of the hymnwriter and if too modern would close their books and sit back down.
2. In many [...]
May 1, 2008
An Englishman’s Perspective – Tradition (Pt. 1)
I concluded my last post by speaking about the movie The Fiddler on the Roof where the characters sing a song about Tradition. At one point right before the song starts, Tevye looks at the screen audience and states the Jews have been there for a very long time, always keep their heads covered and [...]
