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Mardi Gras and God's Grace
1/28/2008 - Kevin
I've been enjoying Mardi Gras parades with my family.
Layne (10) and Renni (8) think its the greatest thing since Hannah Montana... We can't wait 'til the big weekend, it's gonna be a blast.
Parading is a peculiar thing. As I was standing in the crowd the other day, I was struck by a wild thought... Mardi Gras parades are
kinda a symbol for God's grace. If you've never been, picture thousands of people standing along a street as float after float pass.
Arms are outstretched as they reach for precious Mardi Gras beads, cups, and doubloons... Everybody is reaching for the same thing, but there is rarely any competition because there are so many trinkets flying into the crowd. There is abundance beyond measure. Everyone knows they'll get more than they need; kinda like the grace of God.
Then there's the idea of riding on a float, being one who throws to the crowds. I've never had the priviledge of riding, but it must be an amazing experience. The crowd is there, hands raised, joyfully pleading for something you've got to give. And you're prepared with more than you can throw. The sight of those smiles and joy when you are able to give from your bounty must be overwhelming.
I don't know; maybe its a stretch. But I see so much symbolism in these events. We've been given so much by our God, and yet his grace will never run out. And what an opportunity for us to give back.
Gotta go get ready for the next parade! Peace! Kevin
Comments
donna - 5/9/2008 7:51:47 AM
Leave it to Kevin and crew to make a Mardi Gras parade a superbly grace filled celebration. Well, maybe we didn,t just leave it to Kevin... There is a lot of GRACE in this message.
Miss you all.
Bless you all.
Bogart from Blair, NE - 3/20/2008 2:58:13 PM
It is all about Grace! I am glad to peruse the other BLOGs and comments. I want to be back and visit my lost muse, New Orleans... I will probably be able to be there in Feb of ,09 with my wife. One of our first trips together was to New Orleans. I cried for days from my easy chair in Nebraska when I saw the rains come down. I miss her and I miss my friends. Peace to you Kevissy and Christla
Teri - 2/11/2008 4:06:11 PM
I like this. Grace is given to us and this is not by our works. So ladies, no need to expose yourself to receive the gift of grace.
Beka - 2/11/2008 10:41:17 AM
Hey PK! I,ve never really looked at this that way before! To be honest, I really wasn,t sure where you were going with this, but it makes perfect sense. God has given us everything we could possibly need and more. All we have to do is be ready for when it comes hurling in our direction!
Kirk - 2/8/2008 7:05:16 PM
I don,t know for sure, but it seems to me the way that heaven is described in the bible is more like a Mardi Gras parade than most church services. Not only the abundant giving and celebration, but the diversity of the crowd. God,s grace, to me, means that He loves a party, wants everybody incuded, and would rather die than leave anyone out in the cold.
Julia - 2/8/2008 4:49:45 PM
You know, I never would have thought of it that way, but it is a valid point. The spirit of giving that is part of Mardi Gras really shows how New Orleans can get back on its feet no matter what obstacles are in the way. Its really a beacon of hope, knowing that the reconstruction efforts are worth your while.
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