The Real Campaign

A lot can happen in a few weeks, eh? I should have gone to Sweden but some ash cloud got in the way; the election campaign takes an unexpected twist with Nick Clegg's storming performance in that first debate; Spring arrives and everybody on the allotment site is busy catching up and getting the crops in!

So it is a constant marvel and encouragement to me that Jesus just took His time, moved within the Father's will and got on with the Mission. The Resurrection is followed by the coming of the Holy Spirit and the Disciples, transformed by that same Spirit, found the Church. And the best thing about the story for me is that Jesus doesn't leave us alone. There is no sense in which He expects Christians to somehow muddle through. We are blessed with His presence and power - and should use them to His glory!

All the politicians are talking about change....but the kind of change mankind needs is beyond their power to give. For what needs to change most of all is the human heart. Described in the Bible as deceitful and corrupt, the only hope for that kind of dramatic and complete change is through Jesus. The One who died, (to use old words) that we might be washed clean. The One who came back to life, a life that we can share.

I do believe we Christians must take our right to vote seriously and pray about who we support, but let's not be under any illusions. Life can be made better for all sorts of people in our society by some wise policy making, but ultimately our nation, our people need the saving love of Jesus Christ. Are we up for that Campaign?