Video of the Day: Clip from the 2002 movie “The Bourne Identity”
Bible Verse of the Day:
But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. 8 We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; 9 persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. 10 We always carry around in our body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body. 11 For we who are alive are always being given over to death for Jesus’ sake, so that his life may also be revealed in our mortal body. 12 So then, death is at work in us, but life is at work in you, 2 Corinthians 4:7-12.
Biblical Connection:
Matt Damon plays Jason Bourne, a film based upon the 1980 novel The Bourne Identity by Robert Ludlum. Damon starts out as a mystery man, left for dead before being discovered at sea by a fishing vessel. When Damon regains consciousness, he suffers from amnesia, with only a few memories of his true identity. Damon pays Marie to drive him to Paris, helping him to retrace his steps, trying to figure out who he really is.
The apostle Paul writes another letter to the Church at Corinth. This portion of 2 Corinthians compares human beings to jars of clay, in the process of being molded and fashioned by our heavenly father. As individuals experience daily hardships, imperfections are exposed. As Christians begin to seek God’s calling, Romans 12:1-2, human minds may struggle with a spiritual identity crisis. This compels Paul to talk about life and death, explaining how God works in us.
Closing Song:
The next time you find yourself struggling to overcome the pain of past failures, may you find hope in the words of the apostle Paul. As the Holy Spirit helps you sort out your next identity crisis, remember that faith is a process with big plans for your future, Philippians 1:6.
by Jay Mankus
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