10
SURPRISING THINGS THE QUEEN SAYS ABOUT JESUS
By: Charles Morris
Most Americans speak openly about their political
views, but the Queen of England keeps her politics a secret. And while most of
us don’t talk openly about our faith, Queen Elizabeth II is much different.
We’ll never know what Her Majesty thinks about the
last three prime ministers, but one subject she does talk openly about is her
steadfast faith in Christ.
Collected by the co-author of The Servant Queen and the King she serves,
here are the top 10 things Queen Elizabeth II has said about her faith and how
it affects the way she lives her life:
1. “For me,
the life of Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace, whose birth we celebrate today,
is an inspiration and an anchor in my life. A role-model of reconciliation and
forgiveness, he stretched out his hands in love, acceptance and healing.
Christ’s example has taught me to seek to respect and value all people of whatever
faith or none.” (2014)
2. “I know
just how much I rely on my faith to guide me through the good times and the
bad. Each day is a new beginning. I know that the only way to live my life is
to try to do what is right, to take the long view, to give of my best in all
that the day brings, and to put my trust in God!” (2002)
3. “Although
we are capable of great acts of kindness, history teaches us that we sometimes
need saving from ourselves – from our recklessness or our greed. God sent into
the world a unique person – neither a philosopher nor a general (important
though they are) – but a Saviour, with the power to forgive.” (2011)
4. “To many
of us our beliefs are of fundamental importance. For me the teachings of Christ
and my own personal accountability before God provide a framework in which I
try to lead my life. I, like so many of you, have drawn great comfort in
difficult times from Christ’s words and example.” (2000)
5. “Forgiveness
lies at the heart of the Christian faith. It can heal broken families, it can
restore friendships and it can reconcile divided communities. It is in
forgiveness that we feel the power of God’s love.” (2011)
6. “The gift
I would most value next year is that reconciliation should be found wherever it
is needed. A reconciliation which would bring peace and security to families
and neighbours at present suffering and torn apart. Remember that good spreads
outwards and every little does help. Mighty things from small beginnings grow
as indeed they grew from the small child of Bethlehem.” (1976)
7. “Christ
not only revealed to us the truth in his teachings. He lived by what he
believed and gave us the strength to try to do the same – and, finally, on the
cross, he showed the supreme example of physical and moral courage.” (1981)
8. “This is
the time of year when we remember that God sent his only son ‘to serve, not to
be served’. He restored love and service to the centre of our lives in the
person of Jesus Christ.” (2012)
9. “In
difficult times we may be tempted to find excuses for self-indulgence and to
wash our hands of responsibility. Christmas stands for the opposite… we need to
go out and look for opportunities to help those less fortunate than ourselves,
even if that service demands sacrifice.” (1980)
10.
“For Christians, as for all people of faith,
reflection, meditation and prayer help us to renew ourselves in God’s love, as
we strive daily to become better people. The Christmas message shows us that
this love is for everyone. There is no one beyond its reach.” (2013)
BONUS
QUOTE
“I
declare before you all that my whole life whether it be long or short shall be
devoted to your service and the service of our great imperial family to which
we all belong. But I shall not have strength to carry out this resolution alone
unless you join it with me, as I now invite you to do: I know that your support
will be unfailingly given. God help me to make good my vow, and God bless all
of you who are willing to share it.” (21st birthday
radio address, 1947)
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