On August 25th, 1939 the Wizard of Oz opened in theaters across the United States of America. This film is based upon the 1900 children’s book written by Frank Baum. The wizard in this classic flick is portrayed like a modern day politician, promising the world, but unable to deliver anything. Dwelling in his palace, the Wizard of Oz was haughty, too good for the average citizen, deceiving his people to support his luxurious lifestyle.
In Genesis 12:1, the Wizard of all wizards, introduces himself to a man from Ur. Before physically building a kingdom, this wizard promises Abram a great nation, full of his offspring. The only problem with this amazing offer is that the person on the receiving end was elderly and his wife barren. Without any ruby slippers or good witches to make this couples’ dream come true, the power of God’s divine intervention changed the course of history.
Several hundred years later, this promised land was within reach for Abraham’s descendents. The only thing standing in their way was a desert and a deserted faith, putting God’s plan on hold temporarily. At this crossroads, God appears like the Great Wizard in Exodus 20:18-21. These verses incite fear, prompting the cowards to run away and hide. Yet, in the end, God has prepared a place, beyond the rainbow, John 14:2-3. This paradise is not limited to the Jews; rather its for all who believe, John 20:30-31. May the Holy Spirit make your eternal wishes come true, 1 John 5:13.
by Jay Mankus
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