"I believe that one reason why the church of God at this present moment has so little influence over the world is because THE WORLD HAS SO MUCH INFLUENCE OVER THE CHURCH." ~ Charles Spurgeon
I think Spurgeon hit the nail on the head with that quote. So many are more concerned with what our culture says is okay than what is Biblically correct. We excuse bad behavior as just being a free spirit or that's just how things are these days. No.. it's lack of teaching right from wrong and having proper expectations.
The devil uses his influence best in areas where we are lukewarm. We need to be bold and stand firm in our beliefs. Politicians and the subject of gay marriage are a prime example of the sway in beliefs. It is politically correct to be for it but there is no doubt it is Biblically incorrect. 'For what shall a man profit, if he gains the world but loses his soul?' Mark 8;36
Are you a light to others in this dark world? Do you hide behind the curtain on sensitive topics? It's important to be a guiding light and not a blaze burner. We want to be contagious but not in a way that makes others avoid you and your 'soap box'. Use your influence to build others up in Christ so they may see the world differently and not as their home.
Keep writing your blog, you may not be politically correct but who cares. I believe that your blog is inspired by God and He will deal with the gays and abortionists. Dad
ReplyDelete"And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by being tested you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect." Romans 12:2 The only way that we can be a guiding light is to have the Light of the World as our guide. Thanks again for the good word, Angie.
ReplyDeleteVery good!!! Everything flows from the first five words of the Bible, "In the beginning God created... That means He started this whole thing,he ordains everything. Thus everything should flow from those first five words. Please continue to do these whenever the Spirit leads. They are a blessing but I haven't followed like I should. Shame on me!!!
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Love the scripture verse that Gloria applied to your post. In order to be a light, we must live in such a way that we shine unto others. If we are going to talk the talk, we need to also walk the walk. Desiring to be a bright light....love you, T.
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