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The Avengers is an amazing movie. One of my favorite scenes in the entire movie is the final battle moments towards the end of the movie as the six heroes finally start working together after facing lots of troubles and hostility amongst themselves. It's a spectacular, cinematic moment when they actually start working together, using each of their powers to defeat the enemy. They all have such unique powers and abilities too. Captain America has endurance and loyalty. Ironman has brains, charm, and that awesome metal suit. Thor has fervor and power. Hawkeye is an expert shot with his bow and arrow. Black Widow is swift and accurate. And of course, Hulk can... smash.
Each team member uses their strengths to stand up for what is right. Together, they defend the most important thing in their world- the freedom and protection of the citizens.
Today, we as Christians are celebrating the most important thing in our world, the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Think about it, the event that occurred on this day is the entire foundation of our faith. Without the death and resurrection of Jesus, our faith is absolutely nothing. So, as disciples of Christ, we are called to defend the basis of this holiday, the basis of our faith. And, just like the Avengers, each of us has been given a UNIQUE gift/power to contribute to its defense.
1 Corinthians 12:29-30 says,
"Are we all apostles? Are we all prophets? Are we all teachers? Do we all have the power to do miracles? Do we all have the gift of healing? Do we all have the ability to speak in unknown languages? Do we all have the ability to interpret unknown languages? Of course not!"
See, in the Avengers, there weren't six Ironmen (man, they'd all strangle each other if there were) or six Hulks. Each person was given a unique part in defending their cause.
It's the same for us! We've each been given a role in this battle. And there's something cool about this role; we aren't just given the ability to fulfill it, but when we're using our abilities for good, we will ENJOY doing it.
Just take today to renew your mind of the importance of Jesus' death and resurrection. Then, you'll be able to ask yourself what you will do to support the One who loves you enough to sacrifice His son for you.
What will you do with your talents to worship God and follow His plan for you?
See, every time you make a decision that supports God's will, you are thwarting the devil's power. I'll prove my point:
"Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus."
Romans 8:1
So, by doing what we're MEANT to do in life, we are defeating the evil. Being in God's will and using your gifts for Him is the best thing you could ever do.
It's a form of worship, a method of defense, a way of avenging Satan.
We're avengers for Christ!
That's pretty awesome.
How will you celebrate Easter today with your God-given talents and gifts?
How will you praise your Savior and Lord who died for YOU and rose again?
I know how I'm celebrating; I am using my writing abilities to blog about Him today :)
"All you sleepers awake from the grave again
All you dreamers be brave, come and dream again
All you poets arise, let your stories be told.
All you singers sing out, let your anthem roll, your anthem roll
For we know the curse is broken
Hope is rising up.
Oh, the streets are singing
Hosanna, the King has come!"
-Hosanna by Eddie Kirkland
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