PROTECTING
PEOPLE IN DEMOLITION

Topics: Evangelism; Judgment; Mercy; Preaching; Repentance; Warnings; Word of God

References: John 16:5–11; Romans 2:2–4

Seattle’s famed Kingdome—home of the Seahawks, Mariners, and at times, the SuperSonics—was destroyed in March of 2000. Maryland-based Controlled Demolition Incorporated (CDI) was hired to do the job of imploding the 25,000-ton structure that had marked Seattle’s skyline for two-dozen years.

Extreme measures were taken to ensure no one was hurt. CDI had experience with more than seven thousand demolitions and knew how to protect people. Engineers checked and rechecked the structure. The authorities evacuated several blocks around the Kingdome. Safety measures were in place to allow the countdown to stop at any time if there were any concerns. All workers were individually accounted for by radio. A large public address system was used to announce the final countdown. In short, CDI took every reasonable measure and more to warn people of the impending danger.

The Bible teaches of a final judgment on this sinful world. Like the engineers who blew up the Kingdome, our heavenly Father has spared no expense to make sure everybody can “get out” safely. He warns us through our consciences, through the prophets, through the Word of God, through the Holy Spirit, through the church, and through his Son.

—Jon Mutchler, “Preparing for Judgment,” PreachingToday.com

PART 3: CHURCH