THE HOLY BIBLE: A WINDOW OR A MIRROR?
The method and manner in
which we read and understand God’s Word reveals our level of spiritual
maturity.
Some regularly read the
Bible as a WINDOW into the lives of others.
As such, it casts a spotlight on David’s sins, on Peter’s betrayals, or on
Gideon’s initial lack of courage. It
even provides a subjective measure of judgment on the lives of our family and
friends. For example, I might have this kind
of thought about a family member: ‘I know YOU are a sinner because YOU have
violated one of The Ten Commandments.’ (Exodus 20)
For Spirit-filled believers,
the Bible becomes a MIRROR that reflects the image of Christ, side-by-side with
our own. Thus, it points to various
opportunities for us to “grow in grace,” or to “crucify the flesh,” or to “follow
peace with all men,” etc. (II Peter 3:18
– Galatians 5:24 – Hebrews 12:14)
As we read and study God’s
Word, we must objectively examine ourselves.
That is, we must be disciplined enough, and honest enough, to SEE
OURSELVES, which means we will visualize our own spiritual needs – from God’s point of view.
As we actively engage God’s
Word today, it is His will that we will allow it to function as a mirror, not a
window. Let’s see JESUS. Let’s see OURSELVES. As such, we will grow and glow as “lights of
the world.” (Matthew 5:14 – Philippians
2:20) Amen? Amen!
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