My heart was so burdened today for the lost. The casual attitude that is so common today regarding sex, drugs and alcohol. Sex is not much more than a bodily function. Alcohol and drug consumption provide the medium required to reduce inhibitions towards sex. Much of our culture and generation has fallen victim to the consequences of casual sex. Divorce, single parent homes, kids living on the street, addictions and numerous types of depression to name a few.
During my time of burden this morning, the Lord spoke to my heart through a Christian radio program. I need to be careful not to judge too harshly against those who follow the accepted ways of the world. I need to check my own heart. These casual attitudes are birthed out of sin. The sin of instant gratification or the sin of putting "self" before all othersw. Have I ever acted selfishly? Have I demanded my own way? I know I have. That is not the way of Christ. That means I have to work on my own attitude in order to reflect His image. Does that mean I then can judge the lost? No. But I know the Lord has a call for me in this burden somewhere. Perhaps it is to pray for the lost more, or work in some other proactive way. Whatever He has for me to do I know He will give me the ways and means to carry out His will
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The Lord says Love one another as I have loved U. This I believe is the toughest commandment ever.But the Lord makes it possible thru his Spirit.It is really painful to see the mess around us.Even when we talk, people don't want to give Jesus a chance.It is pathetic but the Lord is merciful. I am banking on it-- for him to work on such issues in the lives of my loved ones.
Thank you for your thoughtful comments rowdyrascal. I am banking on it too!
God loves us despite our sin. It is hard for us as sinners to be able to do the same for others. It is truely a challenge for me to remember I am not any better than anyone else. I, Christie, am a sinner.
Actually Christie the Bible says that God hates those do that do wicked. Read Psalms 5 and 6. You will learn it. I would love anyone to show me in scripture that God loves us despite our sin.
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