On April 15, 2019, the world watched in horror as the cathedral at Notre Dame burned. Estimates for rebuilding the cathedral are now approaching 2 billion dollars. The secular French government has committed to its reconstruction, “no matter the cost.” For many, Notre Dame and buildings like it stand as a representation of their religious traditions. For others, it is more about national pride and the cathedral’s history, art and architecture. The destruction of such buildings is a tragedy affecting people from all walks of life. By the time of Jesus, the Temple in Jerusalem had been destroyed and rebuilt. Its destruction was a painful scar in Jewish history. So it's no wonder that people were upset when Jesus seemed to suggest they should tear it down and that He would rebuild it in 3 days. Join us for part 5 of Losing My Religionwhere we will look at the difference between the church that Jesus built, and the religious structures built by man.
On April 15, 2019, the world watched in horror as the cathedral at Notre Dame burned. Estimates for rebuilding the cathedral are now approaching 2 billion dollars. The secular French government has committed to its reconstruction, “no matter the cost.” For many, Notre Dame and buildings like it stand as a representation of their religious traditions. For others, it is more about national pride and the cathedral’s history, art and architecture. The destruction of such buildings is a tragedy affecting people from all walks of life. By the time of Jesus, the Temple in Jerusalem had been destroyed and rebuilt. Its destruction was a painful scar in Jewish history. So it's no wonder that people were upset when Jesus seemed to suggest they should tear it down and that He would rebuild it in 3 days. Join us for part 5 of Losing My Religionwhere we will look at the difference between the church that Jesus built, and the religious structures built by man.