Let me say, first of all, that I thought about writing this in a blog only after thinking about this issue in relation to myself --- and knowing that I often fall short.
I think that a lot of us Christians enjoy listening to a really good Bible preacher/teacher. Especially when we’ve been around a while and really learn to love God’s truth as it contrasts to the lies and ridiculous philosophies of the world. I don’t know about you, but more and more, I am so grateful that Jesus chose to reveal His truth to me and I can look at life, and people, and eternity and truly understand what’s going on! But sometimes, I think we become a little too satisfied with ourselves just because we hear a lot of truth. I think we get to a point where we feel good about ourselves because we’re learning a lot about Him and His truths. And certainly, learning about Him and His word is a good thing, but what does the Bible say? Luke 11:28 says, "Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and obey it." James 1:22 says, “Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.”
So here’s where I think we need to challenge ourselves. How often do we hear the Word preached, or read something in the Bible ourselves, and then actually put it into practice? I mean, what good is knowing all this great stuff if it never gets into our lives? Know what I mean? When is the last time you said to yourself, “Man, I really need to work on my language”? Or, “I need to be looking for more chances to share the gospel!” Or, “I know I’m part of the church and I need to be serving in some way. I need to figure out what that is and start doing it!” These are just a few random examples, but when is the last time that you focused on one area of your life, prayed about it, and worked on it every day over a period of time? The bottom line is that our lives should be pleasing to the Lord and good testimonies to a lost and dying world that needs to be rescued.
So let me ask you ---- what are you working on?
By David Thompson
1 comment:
Amen David!
God convicted me of the same thing right before the turn of the year. In His infinite patience and completely baffling mercy He is continuing to remind me (again and again... and again) to work on certain areas and MAKE SOME PROGRESS in them.
God doesn't nag. But He does persevere.
Talk about your Amazing Grace.
gjs
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