From “The Cross in our Context” by Douglas John Hall
Continuing with a look at our human context:
Faith…sees behind and beyond the brutality and ugliness of the crucifixion as such; it sees the glory (doxa) “hidden beneath it opposite” (Luther). The resurrectional-pentecostal perspective that is faith’s presupposition sees in this scene of ultimate human degradation the ultimate identification and solidarity of the Creator with the creature.
Faith is the starting point of this vision of the human context. Faith comes to us as gift by the power of the Holy Spirit. To see God in, with, & under a scene of “ultimate human degradation” is to see something not possible by simply seeing the event. In the Good News we are told of who is on the cross and who identifies with us – even under such circumstances. That One is the Creator of all things siding with us as creatures within this Creation. It is important to note that we are not made to be anything more than the creatures we are. That does not say little about us. In fact is says much for our God is willing to be “with us” in all of God’s glory right in the middle of everything that seems so mundane.
Connection: This may not be the best day for you in this week…but it is exactly where we are and God entrusts us to be a witness to the wonder and potential of our simple being. Don’t short change the world and this day by not giving it you all…your love…your gifts…your presence among others.
O Lord, out of dust you create humankind and make us co-creators with you in the middle of all the events of this day. Continue to walk with us and to show us the glory of your Reign that springs up around us as we trust in you. Amen
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