Religion

It was my honor recently to bring the first graduation address for the Leitchfield Christian Academy, which was founded during my ministry there. My message began with some remarks from the late Sir Winston Churchill made some years ago at a Yale commencement where he followed a Yale alumnus who was receiving an honorary degree. The alumnus had elaborated extensively about the university with each letter of “YALE” a point in his speech.

God's woman in today's world was a concern for Paul as he writes to Titus (2:1-5). Because of the amount of time and space Paul devotes to the role of the woman in the home, it seems clear he strongly believed the woman was the most important person in making the home what it ought to be. Before we let Mother's Day slip from us for another year, let's consider what Paul says to and about mothers.

Question: “Why does the Gospel of Mark record Jesus instructing people not to tell anybody else what He did for them.” – Jonathan

Answer: It does seem illogical for Jesus to tell people not to tell anybody about the effect He was having on people’s lives when He wanted everybody to know Him.  Yet that is what He says in Mark, 8:30. All four Gospels state this in some way but the writings of Mark mention it the most. In theological studies it is referred to as the “Messianic Secret.”

Gospel Light Church in Caneyville will have its annual homecoming at 10 a.m. May 3. For information, call 879-6525.

Southside Christian Center, 402 Morgantown St., Caneyville, will have an anniversary celebration at 11 a.m. May 3. A meal will follow Sunday morning service.

St. Joseph Catholic Church will have a special ministry for people who have been away from the church. The six-week series begins at 7 p.m. May 13 at the Parish Hall. For information, call 259-3028.