It’s super easy to quote Scripture. I mean, all one has to
do is memorize and speak. This, however,
does not make one an expert or even a follower of Christ. Jesus said the demons believe, not just know, but believe in his claims as Messiah and tremble. However, the component of faith and even more specifically obedience, is completely lacking.
Our obedience is not dependent on what we think of the
subject. It should be enough to submit to God’s directive. It’s about now that
we begin to wish the Christian walk was just a leeeetle bit easier.
Jesus says to be his disciples we must love. Love our
enemies. And the instruction book may well be 1 Corinthians 13. On my part, let
me hasten to say, I have the textbook and still fail the test!
Jesus says we are to give thanks in everything. It is the
will of God for us.
How about this one: Rejoice always (evermore). Mood swings
are not even “a thing” where this is concerned.
I will close with the command that is going to get me in
trouble. See, I already admit it. But I have to mention it because this is God’s
idea and I teach the whole truth (as much as I am able).
So, here goes: Pray for your leaders. What? The Bible says
that? Yes, it does. But let’s finish the quote.
“First of all, then, I urge that petitions (specific
requests), prayers, intercessions (prayers for others) and thanksgivings be
offered on behalf of all people, for [a]kings and all who are in [positions of]
high authority, so that we may live a peaceful and quiet life in all godliness
and dignity” (Timothy 2:1-2 Amplified Bible).
Do we see what the benefits of this particular act of
obedience are: peace, a quiet life, godliness, and dignity. If you have never
obeyed in this area, please, do so now when the fate of billions are at stake.
The takeaway is, God’s purpose behind obedience is not just
to honor him (the universe already does that perfectly) but to enrich our
lives.
And quite frankly, if Christ’s followers do not obey Him,
who will?
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