Lust Sunday

lustsins1Two weeks ago, I began a sermon series on the seven deadly sins.   Beginning with pride, traditionally understood as the root from which all other sins spring forth, I have explored anger and will address greed on Sunday, followed by lust, gluttony, envy and sloth.  I selected the order months ago.  But I failed to consult the calendar listing other events planned for each Sunday before making my selections.  I learned this week that Lust Sunday (that will get some attention on the sign out front) happens to also be Boy Scout Sunday.  “Divine Serendipity”  said a friend.  “Ought to be interesting,” said another.  “What were you thinking?”  said still another.  Having debated myself on the pros and cons of proceeding as planned, or changing course, I have decided to proceed as planned, drawing guidance from Dr. Seuss who said, “say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind.”  And, who knows, there might just be a few boys who decide to come back to church the following Sunday.

3 thoughts on “Lust Sunday

  1. Great Idea, Van.
    I love it. Too funny about the sermon schedule…especially your last line. And I agree with Dr. Seuss.
    carol

  2. Hello Van,

    Thank you for your blog link. I enjoy reading your emails and the lust sunday blog is pretty funny. The boy scouts ought to enjoy that. The seven deadly sins series has been great. Keep up the good work my friend.

    Marcel

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