Perfect

Dear Servant,

          Your perfectionism cannot work my righteousness.  Your limited understanding of the world makes it impossible to truly understand what is “perfect”, so you are not even seeking my “perfect will” rather some version of your own that is tainted by the sinful world in which you live. You see, all the time, energy [...]

Clothed…

Dear Servant,
            I have seen the fashions of human kind.  Since my son Adam first tried to cover his shame with leaves I have watched the fashions of humankind.  Some dress to appear beautiful or flaunt their sexuality.  Others cover their whole body in an attempt to hide their shame.  Some cut, color, and mutilate [...]

That Day

Dear Servant,
            From the beginning of time I have been aware of the holiday you call “Easter”.  I knew the sacrifice would be needed.  I knew the place he would die.  I watched the tree he died upon grow from a seed into a mature and strong cross.  I saw the raw material for the [...]

Without Condemnation

Dear Servant,
            What judgment would I have for you? What condemnation of your sins?  Can I crucify my son again?  Would more of his blood be necessary to cover you failings?  Absolutely not!  His sacrifice was complete, once for all.  For me to condemn you, after you have agreed to accept his payment for your [...]

Life Sentence

Dear Servant,
I pronounce you guilty as charged.  On the charge of lies and deceit:  guilty.  On the charge of rebellion: guilty.  On the charge of worshipping false gods: guilty.  On the charge of pride: guilty.  On the charge of self righteousness: guilty. On the charge of gluttony: guilty.  On the charge of jealousy, envy and [...]