From The Pastor’s Heart…

 10/19/08

Last Sunday we looked at 1 Corinthians 6 and saw that we as believers should not think that the wisdom of this world outweighs the wisdom found in the Word of God. Nor should we think that the wisdom of this world is greater than what the Spirit of God can do in our lives.

Of course, the key to that understanding is that we find ourselves sifting everything through God’s Word and we commit ourselves to obedience. There are a lot of things that a true servant of Christ is: Humble, Repentant, Receptive to God’s Word, a Servant, Patient, Gentle, etc. We could go on and on with the list of how the Spirit has changed us and that we are no longer the same in redemption and reformation as we were prior to coming to Christ. One of the most important characteristics that we can commit to in our walk with Christ as a disciple (which is a ‘learner,’ not a ‘master’) is obedience. It is the heart of servanthood.

Let your mind dwell on these important scriptures:

“By this we know that we have come to know Him, if we keep His commandments. The one who says, I have come to know Him, and does not keep His commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him, but whoever keeps His word, in him the love of God has truly been perfected” 1 John 2:3-5

“If you love Me, you will keep My commandments” John 14:15

Your ability to understand the Word is a priceless gift. Take advantage of it daily by expanding your Bible knowledge and increasing your obedience. As you read, thank God for the truth and ask Him to open your mind to the truth. Commit yourself to discovering at least one additional truth from Scripture every day.

It is a joy to be your pastor.