I was thinking about this a bit today. VP candidate Kamala Harris spewed hatred re: the Christian church and their pastors saying basically that they were dangerous to society because they spread intolerance, prejudice and hatred. It caused me to ask the question, “Is God intolerant?” I mean, it must be God who’s intolerant, not the pastors. They are just preaching and teaching from God’s Word.
I believe I can answer that question. Yes, God IS intolerant, but what is he intolerant of? Sin. Let’s be more specific – they are summed up in Proverbs 6:16–19 (The Amplified Bible)
· “These six things the Lord hates; indeed, seven are repulsive to Him: A proud look [the attitude that makes one overestimate oneself and discount others], a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that creates wicked plans, feet that run swiftly to evil, a false witness who breathes out lies [even half-truths], and one who spreads discord (rumors) among brothers.”
Here’s another hot button topic … yep, I will not sidestep it. And it is out of love and respect that I do not. The LGBQ community. Does God hate gays? No. Neither should we. However, having said that the Bible does tell us quite clearly that homosexuality is a sin. The following is taken from the website ‘www.gotquestions.org/does-God-hate-gays.html’…
· “The Bible consistently tells us that homosexuality is a sin (Leviticus 18:22; Romans 1:26-27; 1 Corinthians 6:9). Romans 1:26-27 teaches explicitly that homosexuality is a result of a continual rebellion against God. When people continue in disbelief, the Bible tells us that God “gives them over,” allowing them to experience their sinful desires and the resulting consequences. First Corinthians 6:9 proclaims that homosexuals will not inherit the kingdom of God. Homosexuality is immoral and unnatural. It is a disruption of the “natural order” and, more importantly, of God’s view of sexuality.”
This doesn’t mean they are vile creatures. It means they are misguided and ignorant of the real truth. That may sound arrogant, but it isn’t meant to. I share what is in my heart. God loves all in his creation … all. He doesn’t like everything we think, say and do. Some of us know better, some do not, but regardless, if the Spirit of God dwells within you you will not sin. (1 John 3:6 Amplified Bible) With God there is consistency and order. There is justice and compassion. There is peace and hope. Without God there is nothing more than a cacophony of noise that amounts to nothing. In the end it is God who sorts everything out. God makes the final judgment. He is the one who knows all and will mete out justice as only he can.
· 1 John 3:6 - “No one who abides in Him [who remains united in fellowship with Him—deliberately, knowingly, and habitually] practices sin. No one who habitually sins has seen Him or known Him.”
I trust this writing has been received in the spirit with which it has been given. Until next time, walk with the King and be a blessing.
Richard Keller
Bread of Life Ministries
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