By: Zach Collins In 2012, a Bible given to Elvis Presley at his first Christmas in his home in Graceland in 1957 was auctioned off in London, England. It was evident that Presley had used the Bible, as the book was filled with his handwriting and notes that he taken throughout the years. In fact, outside of the words of Jesus in Luke 9:25, when Jesus considered the cost of discipleship, Presley had written in the margins of his Bible, “For what is a man advantaged if he should gain the whole world and lose himself or be castaway.” I don’t know about you, but I agree with that statement. Of all people, did not Elvis Presley have money, fame, and anything the heart could desire? Yet, Presley understood, even if he gained all the pleasures this world had to offer, it would not bring him true fulfillment. When the auction was concluded, the Elvis Presley Bible sold for $94,600 to a collector. As I examined this story, I found the selling price particularly interesting. Clearly, the price reflected the worldly sentiment that the value of the book was determined by the person who owned the book. Now, I understand the whole “celebrity” thing. If a celebrity touched it or sat upon it, the value increases in the eyes of the world. However, do you find it ironic that, from the world’s perspective, the value of this Bible was increased by the owner of the Bible? Let’s explore this thought …
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Zach Collins | Wisdom in Family Matters Open your Bible and follow along, as we continue our series, “Proverbs + Christians”, by exploring wisdom provided by Solomon in regard to providing for and raising a family.
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Zach Collins | Wisdom In Selecting A Spouse Open your Bible and follow along, as we begin our series, “Proverbs + Christians”, by discussing the wisdom provided by Solomon in selecting a spouse.
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Zach Collins | Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes? Open your Bible and follow along, as we look to the future and ask the question: Who will fill the shoes of faithful brethren?