Today’s Thought “Completing Chores” G. Ward

 

“This is the message we have heard from Him and announce to you, that God is Light, and in Him there is no darkness at all.  If we say that we have fellowship with Him and yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not practice the truth; but if we walk in the Light as He Himself is in the Light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus His Son cleanses us from all sin.” 1 John 1:5-7

 

Worship Halls have become more Motivational Temples with feel good philosophy than promoting an atmosphere of being laid bare in contrition after hearing Holy God’s word. Moreover, exuberant praise flows from this kind of victimization (cf. Hos.4:6), because most are sincerely thanking HIM for Another Day’s Journey, which really translates, “I know I’m going to continue to fall short in most areas of my life again, but I want to thank You for understanding!”

Sure, Holy God most certainly identifies with man’s insufficiency. He sent His absolute best to bridge the gap so that we might commune with Him. We, however have been compelled in lethargy concerning our pursuit of intimacy with Him by allowing this “feel good” weekly (& weakly) syndrome to obscure our good thinking and a proper work ethic (i.e. “Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not need to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” 2 Ti.2:15).

There is no greater love unto Holy God than perfect obedience. We’ve been taught, praise our way out of circumstances; Jesus is on the main line… If we do this, He’ll do that! Surely, we’re not rewarded for imperfect behavior? Only when you did your chores could you even think about asking to go to the movies – get it?

Many are quick in expressing what Holy God said to them (particularly outside of the Bible). While doing so, they’ve neglected what was given them to do first (Mt. 28:19-20). What if your mother kept telling you to clean your room and time after time you kept approaching her about going out with your friends to not do the first thing she instructed? Some of us have a false connection! That’s precisely why it’s necessary to never involve yourselves with preaching and teaching that isn’t expository. There is enough to divulge about Holy God and His righteousness without me telling you how blessed you’re going to be for bringing some more money to this altar!

The kingdom is entered and served on God’s terms, not ours (cf. Mt.7:20-23, 1 Jn.2:3-6).

Happy Monday!