History
In the late 1800s a reporter from the New York Journal tried to get A.B. Simpson (founder of The Alliance) to name the date of…
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History
Passover – Girded Loins
Luke 12:35-40 – The Watchful Servants
In Jesus’ day the common outer garment for men was a long flowing robe. In order to work, run, travel, fight, or flee danger, a man would tuck (or “gird”) the robe into a belt so nothing would hinder his movement. Without girding the robe, a person was limited to slow, simple tasks. This language comes directly from the Passover in Exodus. God told the Israelites to eat the Passover meal with their loins girded, shoes on their feet, staff in hand, and to eat in haste — ready for immediate departure. Jesus uses the same language, but turns it into an ongoing posture: His followers are to live always dressed and ready for service.
How you’d preach it
Helpful historical background that makes the command “be dressed ready for service” concrete and vivid.
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Luke 12
Luke 12:35-40