Take a Zombie to Lunch Day

Dare I admit it? Up until a few days ago, I've been a zombie virgin. But now, for the very first time, I'm reading a book with a few characters that are undead. Before your undies bunch up in quite an unseemly wad, let me add that at least it's a historical. . .

The story includes Mr. Darcy and Lizzie and Jane and all, but you never know when one of the undead is going to show up and change the plot a bit. It's entertaining, in a freakish sort of way, though not for the squeamish because of the blood and guts.

So what's up with me and zombies? Am I caving in to cultural peer pressure? Tilting off my sound theological axis? Turning toward the dark side of the current paranormal craze?

Nope. Mostly just curious how Austen and flesh eaters could coexist in one novel. Don't worry. This satisfies the itch and I will not be delving into more books of the undead, lurid tattoos or tongue piercings.

It did, however, make me stop and think about zombies and why people are drawn to them. My conclusion? An affectionate association. We can all relate to zombies because we have either been one or are currently still in an undead state.

Oh, put down your pitchfork. Sheesh. Gimme a minute to explain.

See, we're all walking dead people until God breathes life into us via repentance and salvation. We spiritually live our lives with unseeing eyes, unbeating hearts, no consciousness whatsoever until God grants mercy to see our utter wretched condition in light of His holiness. Even more, He shows his great love and creates a new life because of what Jesus did on the cross.

But not everyone is saved. The walking dead are still among us. So, take a zombie to lunch today and share the Gospel.