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PLEASE LISTEN TO THE FOLLOWING SAFETY ANOUNCEMENT…
 

Having just come back from holiday which involved a flight or two, I was inspired by the safety announcement at the start of the flight, to make an analogous blog, about the Christian faith and life. Strap yourselves in and enjoy!......

We’ll be taking off momentarily, so please make sure your carry-on baggage is stowed securely, either in an overhead
compartment or under the seat in front of you.

God above and God before you. Ready for him when he comes again. We don’t know when take-off is – even Jesus didn’t know – only the Father knows – so best be prepared and ready for take-off into the journey of a (eternal) lifetime!

Mobile phones and other electronic devices should be turned off.

No distractions. Nothing to interfere with the connection with the one and only one that deserves our attention. The signal and content can seriously damage the operating system of salvation and discipleship, especially when draws us away from the truth and towards the “flesh, world and devil”. 

There are six exits on this plane – 3 doors, on each side. All exits are clearly marked with an exit sign. Please take the time to find the exit nearest you.

While remembering that there is only one gate and a narrow way. Many will take the wrong gate onto the wide and spacious way – easy but leads to destruction. Find the exit and determine to only go that way.  

If you’re seated in an exit row, please review the responsibilities for emergency exit seating, on the back of the safety information card which is in your seat pocket. If you are unable, or prefer not to do this, please let us know, and we will be happy to find you another seat.

Take seriously how we lead others towards the exit. Only take this on if ready and ensure that those that do are supported and informed and truthful.

If there is a loss of cabin pressure, the panels above your seat will open, and oxygen masks will drop down.

God has from the beginning provided the ruach – wind, breathe, Spirit – to give life, maintain life and guide to the exit! To keep us alive in the life to which we are called. Even when the vehicle that carries us loses power and direction.

If this happens, place the mask over your nose and mouth, and adjust it as necessary. Be sure to adjust your own mask before helping others.

We can only be sustained and give direction and help to others if we ourselves are filled with the life giving breathe. Without it we are good to nobody and will probably make a hash of it or perish or both.

In the event of a water landing, life vests are under your seat.

With Jesus in the boat we have a lifeline. Remember how Peter walked on the water in power and then when he doubted, looked at the waves and fell in, Jesus lifted him out. Jesus is our spiritual life vest, keeping us above the waves.

Whenever the seat belt sign is on, please make sure your seat belt is fastened.

The ride may be bumpy but the belt of truth holds us fast. Always come back to God’s word to keep us secure in him and on the right path for the journey – in this life and into the next.

Smoking is not allowed on our flights, and law prohibits tampering with, disabling, or destroying a smoke detector.

The purity of the Holy Spirit is not the only airborne presence we may come across. Smoke might indicate to us the presence of something that seeks to destroy us – the work of the enemy and his demonic supporters. Do not turn off or ignore the indicators of his activity and presence – the word of God is our yardstick of what is of God and anything “repugnant to it” is definite smoke suggesting a destructive fire.

Thank you for your attention. We hope you enjoy your flight!

The destination is the purpose of life – with God forever and in this life he made us for. If the Christian life is the flight then it is intended to be enjoyed – literally filled with joy. There are struggles and definitely requires discipline (see above) but the knowledge of God, his Word and his salvation and presence is – pure joy!

Enjoy.

Doug

Vicar@christchurchpurley.org.uk


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