Today’s Thought “A Believer’s Calling to Fulfill” G. Ward

Galatians 3

²⁸ There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus.

 

Whereas the entire context of this passage (aforementioned) hinges on the subject matter (cf. vv.8-9) – salvation unto any who will/would call upon the Name of the Lord, idiocy from mankind feels intelligent enough to decipher this on their own terms, seeking to justify “who” may be called to pastor God’s church (an erroneous approach) and whereas every believer is given a priesthood that proclaims the Savior as “the Way, the Truth, and the Life,” may all understand - we’re all commanded as ministers of HIS to proclaim HIS grace. If you wait on a pulpit as a dutiful response, whereby your voice changes and your soliloquies are so captivating that the Word of God is marginalized (i.e., proportionately lessened), because your theatrics remain synonymous with any Broadway performance – LEAVE while you can (*James 3:1)!!!  

 

Today’s Thought “Limited Exploration” G. Ward

Psalm 104

⁵ He established the earth upon its foundations, so that it will not totter forever and ever.

 

Our LORD established HIS earth as absolutely foundational; a construct unparalleled and with an order unmatched and then mankind was awakened to his own arrogance, to then experience consequences in misery thereafter – crying out, “Why?” And whereas our God is Sovereign, exercising in supreme authority and power over all creation, history, and individual lives and whereas lives given are not happenstance, but given for HIS purpose, HE uses both the compliant and those who rebel; for - it’s HIS, so He’ll do what HE desires, but we’re HIS created ones, made to comply unto HIS order and failure to search out those orders (daily) is rebellion personified (*cf. Heb.10:25).

 

Today’s Thought “Even Lassie Went Home” G. Ward

Ephesians 5

⁴ And there must be no filthiness or foolish talk, or vulgar joking, which are not fitting, but rather giving of thanks.

 

Presumed spiritual leadership for this era can more testify to issues so temporal than observing our Lord’s practical approach to life as more than enough and transcendent to every generation of man and whereas this pervasion from leaders of sorts seeks relevance over duty and thereafter receive accolades from audiences that compels their popularity, few listeners are compelled in holy living.

If you’re owned by the Holy One, that includes your mind and mouth.

 

Today’s Thought “Blindness Preferred” G. Ward

1 John 2:16

For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh and the lust of the eyes and the boastful pride of life, is not from the Father, but is from the world.

 

Holy God knowing your heart is why HE sent Jesus (*Jer.17:9-10). The very prefacing of “God knows my heart” is certainly defensive, deserving no heavenly commendation, but insists on genuine repentance onto the effectual calling (i.e., the effective summons that regenerates the spiritually dead heart, opening it to understand and embrace Christ). That regeneration (or inner transformation) happens upon the love relationship realized/intended, to then insist on HIS daily feedings from HIS Word. Bon Appetit!

 

Today’s Thought “A Proper View” G. Ward

Matthew 7:12

“So, whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.”

While many perpetuate the notion of not having a book that instructs them in foundational endeavors, consideration of the greatest compilation continues, more available than any and whereas disagreements lends anger unsanctioned by the Author of this eternal document (Eph.4:26), those desirous to capitulate to its governance, are called to look beyond every point of contention – because it will not last and whereas accountability to all our Creator instructed will (*Matt.24:35), may our newest demeanor exercise accordingly (2 Cor.5:17).

 

Today’s Thought “What Are We to Do?” G. Ward  

Romans 12:12

Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.

 

Whereas believers in Christ have a dual citizenship (earth and Heaven), we live as citizens unto the eternal Home given (John 14:1-3), no matter the temporary land we’re in; absolutely relying on the Almighty, Owner of both. The spiritual posture we’re to maintain submits to laws of this temporary home, along with greatest hospitality, kindness and patience towards any, because our Father desires their repentance as HE’S received ours (2 Pe.3:9). There’s certainly enough room in Heaven for any. Therefore, HE compels us to share the avenue in how any can have an eternity with HIM (John 14:6), along with expressing how urgent and genuine one must be as they confess their sins to HIM, along with maintaining an ongoing faithfulness in observing the guidance HE offers from Genesis to Revelation.

This actuality most assuredly won’t leave room for other perspectives and considerations of earthen anarchy; particularly since many don’t regard HIS Sovereign Control. Moreover, and whereas empires have come and gone, along with its leadership having been like the grass withering in the field – may every believer cease mingling therein (1 John 2:15-17), trusting solely in the ONE Maker of Heaven and earth.

 

Today’s Thought “We Shall Behold HIM!” G. Ward

Luke 2: ²⁸ then he took Him in his arms, and blessed God, and said, ²⁹ “Now, Lord, You are letting Your bond-servant depart in peace, According to Your word; ³⁰ For my eyes have seen Your salvation,

Simeon was devout in believing our Lord’s promise of the Messiah and so wanted to live long enough to witness HIS entry (cf. John 1:1-3, 14) and whereas Holy God allowed such an example to exist for our today, many predecessors of ours also read of such and so shall others beyond our years.

A friend’s Mother passed to eternal life on last evening at 9:50 p.m., and encamped around her were her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Perhaps like some of us and prior to her lack in mobility she’d think, how could such a loving God be so merciful towards me? Yet, the period so debilitatingly unrestful and painful, given her – insisted, “no more treatments” and whereas her few days assured – happened and whereas her meditations (during that culminating process) didn’t embrace stock portfolios and banking information, but embraced thoughts of an eternal home promised – she saw Jesus at 9:50 ½ p.m.