There are traces of Jesus everywhere in a Western society. The modern chronology begins with the birth of Jesus, the rhythm of the week and the highlight of the weekend is Sunday – the day when Jesus rose from the dead. Our holidays are connected to the life of Jesus – Christmas, Easter, Pentecost etc. Our names of often Biblical – Daniel, Maria, Mathew. Some of our most common names are those of the disciples; Andrew, Peter, Thomas and so on…Jesus is often quoted even though people don’t know that the expression or quotation comes from the New Testament. Our laws, ethics and morals are built upon the foundation of the Ten Commandments and Jesus’ message of love. Forgiveness is a natural concept, as is being given pardon and having a second chance – all of which comes from Jesus. In Sweden you would be reminded of the influence of Christianity like 15 times a day if you would be a bit observant…
Church steeples rises up toward the sky, jewelry crosses hang around people’s necks and the Swedish flag is really just one big yellow cross on the blue background…On tombstones, in the obituaries and beside roads where there has been a lot of accidents you’ll find crosses – Jesus’ and His disciples’ symbol of victory!
Yes, diversity is beautiful, but let us also take care of our Jesus culture and stay connected to that amazing heritage as we build our future!
See you!
