Last night the Cajun Basketball team won their tenth game in a row. There were over 8000 fans at the game. A month ago they had one of their worst seasons in memory and we were all ready to “wait until next year.” Now we are looking forward to Saturday night’s game in Monroe when they will be playing for a championship. The team has alot more fans now than a month ago. Many have jumped on the bandwagon.
The bandwagon is a familiar concept. Remember last year when the Saints had their Superbowl year?
Everyone was claiming to have been a Saints fan for years.
Jesus was familiar with the concept on Palm Sunday the crowds wanted to crown Him king, by Friday they were screaming for his crucifixion.
Aren’t we often bandwagon Christians? We are great fans of Jesus in the right crowd or when it’s popular to be a Christian. When times get tough we get quiet or even turn in another direction.
Christ doesn’t need fair weather fans. He needs those who are willing to follow and trust no matter what the circumstances may be. The real fan is the one who is one our side in good times and bad. We are told that we are surrounded by a crowd of witnesses. They are cheering us on when our cause seems hopeless and when we are closing in on the finish line.
It’s okay to jump on the Jesus Bandwagon. Just plan to hang on for an exciting, and sometimes rough, ride.
Be blessed.
Nick
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