Rev. Ferdinand says... Dear Flock: For many years I have believed that Jesus was sent to do his work when he did because there were no electronic recording methods at the time. Jesus' spiritual message (I have always believed) was so potent and much more spi- ritual because no electronic devices existed that could have recorded him. Here's an example: Have you ever wondered how Jesus looked? The shroud of Toran (sic) is the only physical image that was left for history (and that is his blood). If the message that Jesus taught is spiritual then photographs, films, audio tapes, etc. seem to be the opposite of how he wanted to teach. Think of the miracle that it is, in and of itself, that Jesus' word has lived. His word is the greatest recorded message in the history of the world. Yet, it is just as alive and vibrant as it was when it flowed off of his tongue. That is why I think the Lord did his work before the advent of modern recording devices. I welcome you to email Rev. Ferdinand if there is a special request that you want us to put on the altar of the Lord.