ANOTHER THOUGHT ON THOUGHT

ANOTHER THOUGHT ON THOUGHT

Sunday, August 24, 2014

 

“They couldn’t be ISIS. Look what she did with the hydrangeas and lawn . . . and they’re Husker football fans!”

 

“I wish God made people with sound tracks like in the movies. Then we’d know whether they were up to no good or not.”

 

  Have you ever known someone that gave their heart to someone or a cause and switched their brain off after they did so?

  Even some Christians do this. They trust Christ, loving Him dearly, but expecting Him to provide knowledge and strength as needed in timely fashion (spell that “crisis”) without diligent preparatory exercise; study and thought on their part.

  Though He is more than capable, do not count on this kind of last minute miracle. God has already provided miracle at hand to impart knowledge we sorely need to live aright and be equipped for the rigors of life this side of heaven.

  “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly [completely] furnished unto all good works.” (2Tim.3:16-17)

  I find no joy, but sorrow, in stating that I see numerous Christians that profess trust in Lord Jesus Christ that after decades still are adrift when it comes to God’s direction, expectation, and guidance to accomplish.

  Paul was upset with the Christians at Corinth about this very thing, telling them they had the mind of Christ, but instead chose the ignorance of worldly knowledge.

  When we don’t have or rely on godly thinking provided by His Word, we will always auto-default to familial thought contrary to pleasing godliness.

  Is this how we want to live here actively and in preparation for the life to come?

  Jesus explained and warned "Let the person who has ears listen!" When he was alone with his followers and the twelve apostles, they asked him about the stories [parables]. Jesus replied to them, "The mystery about the kingdom of God has been given directly to you. To those on the outside, it is given in stories: 'They see clearly but don't perceive. They hear clearly but don't understand. They never return to me and are never forgiven.'" (GW Mk.4:9-12)  EBB4