From the Pastor’s Desk: Out of order

You’ve seen it -- a hand-written note taped to a vending machine that takes your money but keeps the merchandise. The sign reads, “Out of Order” -- scribbled by an inspired writer, frustrated by the lack of return on their investment.

Order refers to a regular arrangement, sequence or succession. For instance, when you put money into a vending machine, you expect to hear the sound of internal movem…