Rodent Regatta

There have been a few private screenings of various edits of Mel Gibson’s new movie. Already, there is this much speculation, controversy and debate. Remember that some who are in the midst of the arguments and debate have not seen the movie or one of the early screenings. They have simply chosen to be ”offended” by something they haven’t seen.

Ash Wednesday is February 25, 2004. The movie will be released in over 2000 theaters. What will the discussion be? Will the message of the movie get lost? Will the message of a risen Saviour get lost? Will the message of those who are offended drown the Good News? The Cross, the sins of mankind and the rejection of his followers could not silence Jesus Christ two thousand years ago. A movie and its aftermath will not silence the message of Hope today. If anything, it may be used as an instrument of instruction and peace in a world that desperately needs both.