As we celebrate milestones like this one, I don’t want to appear to be living in the past.  Far from that notion, my dream is for Acappella Ministries to continue serving people until the Lord returns (not sure that would be in 2012, ha)  We were reminded of the vast amount of great music we have in our catalog as Acappella CLASSIC were trying to choose the song list for the South African tour.  Steve Maxwell said we should write a book about the beginning years and experiences as Gary Moyers even began recording stories about these challenging times.

Speaking of the Berlin Wall, hearing the news and commentaries from around the world surely provides additional insights to world events and the varying perspectives.  While listening to a British media report about the Berlin Wall coming down, I was amazed to discover that such a large percentage of the East German residents wish the wall had never come down.  That’s perplexing to me, as many others died trying to cross the barrier.  Could this be similar to our reliance and comfort with the bounds of religious legalism?  Isn’t it easier to disavow others than to attempt to relate to and understand their viewpoint?  Brings me back to another AVB message about “Legalistic Tendencies . . .”

Tell me where companssion went when you condemn the innocent?

You search for reasons to accuse – the brotherhood you will abuse!

Their eyes are closed they cannot see their legalistic tendencies.

The news report continued about how little things have changed in 20 years after the wall came down.  In a parallel notion, as I consider how much I mercy that’s been granted to me, it would behoove me to be compassionate and understanding of others who, in my eyes, are falling short.  Sermon over today.  This is Keith Lancaster in downtown London – sharing my thoughts with you.  Have a blessed day!