I like to follow the Scripture texts that will be read today in half a million Catholic churches in the daily mass. One of my prayers is that the sword of the Word will penetrate the consciousness of people who may be sincerely searching for a relationship with God.
Today they will be listening to readings from Romans 6, Luke 12, Psalm 123. Whenever I read about the punishment of the servant who knew his master's will but didn't pay attention, I recall a quote that Mr. Maxwell gave from a lady who said that even though she didn't exactly know what that meant, she did know that she didn't want to be beaten with many stripes. So it was better to be obedient. Very practical!
Thinking of that, I become aware that we don't have the option of Luke 12:48, "the servant who didn't know what his master wanted", who received a light beating. Those of us who have attended Prairie have had abundant opportunity to understand clearly what God wants to do through us. We will be held accountable.
Those of us who had the privelege of studying under Mr. Maxwell probably have a lot of memories of his teaching that don't appear in the books by him or about him. Things he said and did. Let's share these. We are not only honoring his memory, but also keeping a record of his unique spirit-filled teaching. Without much experience I've simply opened this blog, hoping for your comments, which I will transform into posts. Better ideas welcomed.
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