The Rev. Susan Sparks, senior pastor of Madison Avenue Baptist Church in New York City has published a wonderful sermon online contrasting two kings, Elvis Presley, the king of Rock ’n Roll and Jesus, the King of all creation. You may remember comedian Adam Sadler’s comparison of the two men:  Jesus said: “Love thy neighbor.” . . . Elvis said: “Don’t be cruel.” Jesus is part of the Trinity; Elvis’ first band was a trio. Jesus is the Lord’s shepherd; Elvis dated Cybil Sheppard, etc . . . You will find many more clever comparisons on various websites.

Rev. Sparks notes the devotion that many people still have for Elvis. She says that while in Memphis, she visited Sun Records, where Elvis recorded his first song.  In the studio, there was an “X” marked on the floor with duct tape indicating …