Good Morning!! Over the years, like so many other Christians, I've been guilty many times of hearing or reading God's word,...and acting like it were a buffet, where I could pick and choose what should apply to my life. After all of it couldn't all possibly apply to me,...could it?
Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.—James 1:22 (NIV)
Hearing God's word must be followed by obeying, for our faith in Jesus Christ is shown to others by the conduct of our lives. It's not enough to say we have faith; our faith must produce the fruit of good works and love for others.
What parts of the Bible would you prefer not to obey?
...giving, serving, forgiving or maybe loving your enemies?
Lord, help us to not only hear Your Word,...but to obey it,...even the parts that call for us to be, and do better. Amen.
"Sin magnifies fear, and Obedience increases faith,
...it's really just that simple."
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