I started a new book the other day called 'Not a Fan.' It is about becoming a follower of Jesus, not just a fan. The caption above relates to what I just read in chapter 3. Simon the Pharisee knew all 'about' Jesus but didn't 'know' Him at all. He had memorized books of the Bible but yet there was no application in his life, just knowledge. Jesus was snubbed by him and not given the proper greetings for life in those times. Who would be the one to show to be the true follower of Jesus? The prostitute who walked up to the table uninvited, washed His feet with her tears and hair, and used up all of her oil on His head. She surrendered all she had in pride, fear of embarrassment and valuables to show her heart was His.
Knowledge without application is just facts on a shelf. In Matthew 15;8, Jesus said the Pharisees honor me with their lips but their heart is far from me. Do you have head knowledge without heart usage in your life? What if you went to your child to show them how to use a fork and they said 'oh I know what to do, I'm just not going to do it.' Yes, it'd be a teaching moment. Jesus wants us to go on and do what we know to do too.
What a need for consideration in all of our lives--are we true followers or merely fans of the Lord Jesus. Good message, Angie.
ReplyDeleteI think many people are just fans and don't even realize they are not followers. They go through the motions of going to church, praying occasionally and believing there is a God. They don't realize they have not let Jesus be Lord of their life and have not come to true dependence on Him as their help and guide--it's such a shame too. Jesus looks upon the heart and just head knowledge is not enough to be His follower and child. Mom
ReplyDeleteGood message. Not just head, but heart.
ReplyDeleteEven in my prayers this morning I find myself just 'going through the motion' My desire is to desire to really know him. Thanks for the good word. How are you? Your mom and dad? You all are missed at church. have a great day Joel
ReplyDeleteI read the book last Fall and really enjoyed it.
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I feel like this sums up the struggle of the Christian life. Thanks Angie!
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So good, Angie. So easy to talk the talk, yet not walk the walk. Sometimes I am amazed by those who go through terrible trials without the help of our Lord. Our actions and responses in times of struggle often tell others just where our heart is....I pray I will always depend on Him and praise Him in all circumstances. Not easy...but my desire. Love you, T.
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