God's Glory Church

“Many publicans and sinners sat with Jesus.” — Mark 2:15

I recently found myself in a place that I have seen many times in movies and on TV – Hollywood! The huge white letters lined up on the famous hill could be seen from the palm of my hand from my hotel window.

But besides them, I noticed something else. To the left and slightly below the inscription “Hollywood” stood a cross. This was not shown in the cinema. And when I left the room, students from the local church talked to me about Christ.

For many, Hollywood is the center of everything worldly, opposed to the Kingdom of God. However, Christ clearly performed His work here as well. I admit, it was a surprise for me.

Many actions and words of Jesus were unexpected for the Pharisees. He did not associate with people who had general respect. His company consisted of “publicans and sinners” (Mk. 2:13-17) – people whose lives practically screamed: “Unclean!” He spent time with those who needed Him most (vv. 16-17).

For more than two thousand years, the Lord has continued to sow seeds of hope and salvation in unexpected places and among unexpected people. And He also calls and equips us to be a part of this ministry.

Have you ever seen God work in unexpected places? How can you be more open to serving Christ under such conditions?

Heavenly Father, thank You for working even in those places where I don’t think You should be. I am glad that You call me to be a part of Your service.

Author: Adam Holtz