You know a solar eclipse will happen tomorrow. I would like to use this opportunity to turn your attention from heavenly signs to the signs of the times. You see, Jesus dealt with those who looked for a sign. I believe we can learn from His lesson.
This passage speaks of a cross, one that must be borne. But this cross is not a literal cross, rather, a spiritual cross. If we are to follow the Lord, how shall it be done? Our text tells us what we must do.
When something doesn't work, you need to try something else. If something won't work, you must find what will. This is true when it comes to religion. When you finally discover the truth, my, what an opportunity.
Dear sinner, if you are going to be forgiven of your sin and have a home in heaven, you must repent and believe on Jesus Christ. It is then, my objective to discuss this matter of true belief.
If you cut anything, you want to cut straight. That is what we desire of our doctor isn't it? Our text uses a term which employs this analogy. Let us not be haphazard in our surgery of the Scripture, rather, let us be good Bible surgeons.
We often speak of people who depart from this life as doing so in the midst of their condition. For example, we might say, "He died a pauper." Our text deals with the spiritual condition of man in the event of his death. It is my objective to look into our text and receive the warning which is extended by Jesus.
We all do things that are wrong. Most of the time we "get caught" and there are consequences to face. Sometimes no one knows but us and God. Either way, I submit, when we do wrong, we ought to make it right.
There are things which God deems to be holy or sacred. There are things which are dedicated or devoted to Him. Those things should be treated with respect, dignity, and reverence. Our text addresses this subject.
For whatever reason, some people don't know their father. Others have a healthy relationship. From a spiritual perspective, I ask, "Do you have a relationship with God?" That will be my focus today.
Sometimes, after we consider our circumstances, we wonder whether or not the effort is worthwhile. Asaph thought like that. Perhaps you too are thinking that serving the Lord isn't worth the effort. Perhaps you have thought about turning away. May you find encouragement today.