Call Me Crazy.
The interpretive gymnastics of a man who incorrectly predicted that the world would end in September, 1988 (or was it 1994? Or was it both?), are back again. Of course, this begs the question: WHY would anyone listen to this guy who is saying the rapture is definitely happening this Saturday when he’s already gotten it wrong before?
When I see the amount of attention this guy has gained in the press, on facebook, and on twitter, I can’t help but think, “Oh, man. They’re making all believers look crazy. They’re making me look crazy.”
I don’t mind crazy. In fact, I would love for someone to call me crazy. But not because of any end of the world talk. I firmly believe that we will not know the day nor the hour when Christ returns, but I join in all of creation in longing for that day.
I want to be called crazy because God’s love is pouring out of me so much that I will do whatever it takes to let others know about Him: Loving unconditionally, forgiving freely, giving sacrificially, and worshiping passionately.
I want to be called crazy because if God calls me to pick up and move my family halfway around the world, I’d sell whatever we don’t need and do exactly that.
I want to be called crazy because of my desire to care for orphans and the fatherless, even when it doesn’t make sense.
I want to be called crazy because everyone can see that I love my enemies in a way that defies reason and
I want to be called crazy because I believe in the power of God and that it is beyond anything we can comprehend or even imagine.
I want to be called crazy because I am trying to put into practice the things that Jesus told us and showed us. Things like denying myself, eating with sinners, and living without worry or fear.
Call me crazy. I’m such a long way away from this being evident in my life like it should be. How about you?
What do you want to be known for?
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I love it. Followers of Jesus are definitely crazy for all the reasons you share. That’s the kind of crazy I want to be! I really feel sad for Camping and pray that he will eventually see reason. He needs to know the truth. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
I totally agree, not all 15 min of fame is a good thing. It will be interesting to see people’s reactions come Sunday. Are you talking with people about it at all?
I haven’t had many approach me about it. Still debating about whether to address it on Sunday or not. But the hype isn’t over yet.
What about you?
My sermon for tomorrow is about belief and trust — so I am going to mention it but not dwell on it.
I am right there with you, folks! I have always marched to the beat of a different drummer, and have been called “crazy” most of my life, so I really don’t mind. What I do want to be known for, however, is that I am CRAZY in love with Jesus and CRAZY about reaching all that I can in the name of Jesus! If that is crazy, then Woodridge here I come!!!