LIFE…

“For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world

…and forfeits his soul?

Or what shall a man give

…in return for his soul?”

(Matthew 16:26)

Prior to yesterday evening I viewed this verse differently. The concept of gaining the World seemed like a hyperbolic statement. Really, who could gain the whole world? The acceptance, the adjure,  the respect? Who, after they take their final breath, would be mourned by cultures?

As we all know by now, Michael Jackson passed away. What followed the announcement of his death was amazing, if not a little frightening. Crowds gathered, the news stations had special reports, and vigils were held. This was not limited to our Country.

Michael Jackson, in essence, gained the World. His name is known globally, his Music is viewed as being some of the most respected across cultures, and today the world is mourning. Yet, by most accounts, we would say that he lost his own Soul. That which lasts, that which is timeless will eternally face the requirement of Righteous Justice.

So, the question can now be asked – What would he give in return for his Soul?

I daresay, he would have given the World.

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