Without Love…

Romans 13:8-10

Have you ever took a moment to consider, why the state of this present world continues to decline as the days go by? Men have seemingly lost touch with any sense of morality, thus causing them to do all sorts of wicked things in the earth. Children have no respect for parents, or any authority. Governments care more for power and control, rather than meeting the needs of the people. Even the weather seems to be behaving in unusual ways.

The Bible mentions, in the last days, these things, and more would begin to take place. But, if men would only acknowledge, and obey the apostle Paul’s inspired instructions in the book of Romans, most, if not all the world would avoid the current, and inevitable times of chaos and destruction. Paul wrote, “Owe no man any thing, but to love one another: for he that loveth another hath fulfilled the law. For this, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not kill, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, Thou shalt not covet; and if there be any other commandment, it is briefly comprehended in this saying, namely, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. Love worketh no ill to his neighbour: therefore love is the fulfilling of the law.” Make sense? I certainly think so.

Good Words, Good Works

2 Thessalonians 2:16-3:13

“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” This saying takes me back to the 1980s, when innocent, nerdy kids like me, would get picked on in school by bullies. While that saying may have sounded good, it was the biggest lie I was ever told. Contrary to popular belief, words do hurt. It was unfortunate to deal with unruly and devious peers growing up, but there wasn’t much good to expect from certain kids back in my day.

As becoming Saints of God, there is an expected behavior associated with holy living. Following the transformation from the old to the new man, the words and works of the new believer should be in stark contrast to their former attitude and conduct. In the same way a parent would positively reinforce the good works of a child, God will also establish and certify the good deeds of His people.

This present world is full of wicked and evil communication on all fronts, from the white house to the poor house. Men and women all over the world, can be found speaking and doing things displeasing to God. Fortunately, the time is ripe for the children of God to let their lights shine in this world of darkness, and prove to others, holy living is necessary, in order to be blessed of the Lord.

In your daily conversations and dealings, be certain your attitude is proper, and your actions line up with God’s will. This way, you’ll be certain to receive of God’s grace, mercy, and goodness all the days of your life.