Post by mommadee48 on Sept 16, 2023 14:16:14 GMT -5
WHEN TRUTH IS ABSENT: (EPHESIANS 4:17-25).
WE OFTEN DON'T REALIZE JUST HOW important something is until it's not there. For example, we mt not think much of a light bulb until it's not there until we're fumbling in the dark. Similarly, to appreciate how much truth matters, consider the impact of its absence.
When our faith isn't grounded in truth, we ...
1) Become vulnerable to wrong teaching.
2) Experience continual disappointment because our peace is gone.
3) Can't grow spiritually.
4) Grieve God's heart.
All relationships require honesty.
If we develop a reputation for not telling the truth, our friendships and testimony will be damaged. Not only that, but our self-image will also suffer. And unless we repent, we won't reach our full potential. This isn't how God wants us to live---He wants so much more for us.
Today's passage tells us "put on the new self, which in the likeness of God has been created in righteousness and holiness of the truth" (v.24). He made us for a purpose (JERIMIAH 29:11) and wants us to live in truth so we can walk with Him, enjoying all the blessings He has in store for us.
WE OFTEN DON'T REALIZE JUST HOW important something is until it's not there. For example, we mt not think much of a light bulb until it's not there until we're fumbling in the dark. Similarly, to appreciate how much truth matters, consider the impact of its absence.
When our faith isn't grounded in truth, we ...
1) Become vulnerable to wrong teaching.
2) Experience continual disappointment because our peace is gone.
3) Can't grow spiritually.
4) Grieve God's heart.
All relationships require honesty.
If we develop a reputation for not telling the truth, our friendships and testimony will be damaged. Not only that, but our self-image will also suffer. And unless we repent, we won't reach our full potential. This isn't how God wants us to live---He wants so much more for us.
Today's passage tells us "put on the new self, which in the likeness of God has been created in righteousness and holiness of the truth" (v.24). He made us for a purpose (JERIMIAH 29:11) and wants us to live in truth so we can walk with Him, enjoying all the blessings He has in store for us.