Sometimes a tune-up is not enough. There are times when a problem is deep enough that surface improvements just don’t cut it. Sometimes a complete overhaul is the only solution.
When we face problems—with our cars or with our personal lives—we seldom rush to take extreme measures. If possible, we try first to address our problems at minimal cost to ourselves. We always prefer a tune-up to an overhaul. We always prefer minor improvements to dramatic measures. The problem, however, is that we often opt for tune-ups when an overhaul is needed. And when we do this, we only delay the inevitable. The problem will persist until we finally take the plunge and opt for the overhaul.
We all have problems. We typically think we just need a new job, a little more money, a new relationship, or more will power. In other words, we just think that we need a tune-up. The fact is, though, that our problems go much deeper. Tune-ups will only help us so much. If we are looking for a real solution, we need an overhaul.
During His time on earth, Jesus did not simply offer people tune-ups. He didn’t give advice on minor improvements in order to smooth out our already-decent lives. He came to offer a complete overhaul—new life—to people who are broken, guilty, and in pain. This Easter at Life Bible Fellowship Church we will talk about the message of Jesus, which, rather than being about quick-fixes and simple solutions, offers us new life from the dead.
Dan
