OBEYING GOD: OUR BENEFIT AND BLESSING

OBEYING GOD: OUR BENEFIT AND BLESSING

It’s not only a logical response to the grace and mercy of God, it’s always in our self-interest to submit to Heaven’s will and way. 

 Consider this.  Conscientious parents recognize how challenging it is to consistently exercise God-given authority over our children.  That delicate balance between being tough and tender can be quite elusive, never easy to maintain.  Some parents intensify spirits of rebellion by being overly harsh and dictatorial.  Others easily yield their authority in the face of resistance and disapproval.  

 When a strong-willed child resists our wisdom, the pressure to cave for the sake of peace and harmony can be overpowering and overwhelming.  I am reminded of the mother who wanted to have the last word but couldn’t handle the hassle that resulted whenever she said “no” to her young son.  After an especially trying day, she finally flung up her hands and shouted, “All right, Billy, do whatever you want!  Now let me see you disobey THAT!”  I’m quite honored and happy that GOD does not take that approach with His children. 

 Jesus Christ taught us ‘The Disciple’s Prayer,’ which asks that the Creator’s will be done on earth, just as it is in Heaven.  We owe it to ourselves, to our health, to our happiness and to “the heritage of the Lord” (our children) to meticulously follow the leading of the Lord in every aspect of daily life. (Psalm 127:3)  In doing so, we will make our way prosperous and guarantee long-term success. (Joshua 1:8)

 Sisters and brothers, be continually blessed, and please (above all else) MAKE SURE YOU ARE READY TO MEET OUR SOON COMING KING. Maranatha!