Thoughts from a Random Mind

“God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” 1 Peter 5:5

Peter is quoting Proverbs 3:34

“The Lord mocks the mockers but is gracious to the humble.”

 

            Humility is another word that can be used for a person who has a “teachable spirit”. Some folks seek out the things of God, wishing to please Him with their attitude toward their own behavior. They wish to emulate Christ and the only way that can be done is for them to feast on the word of God and listen to that which is being said. 

            Then there are those folks who gladly accept salvation but have their own ideas on how to live their life. Perhaps they have a rebellious nature based on their own life experiences. It’s God’s desire for His children to follow in His footsteps. To do that people must be willing to submit to the will of God. Those who ignore God’s wise counsel regarding how they should live are generally not willing to be told what to do. I know a few people like that. 

 

            God’s strategy for effective living is as follows:  

1]        It begins with God’s wisdom - Respecting and appreciating who God is, reverence and awe toward God.

2]        It requires moral application - Trusting in God and His word; allowing His Word to speak to us personally; being willing to obey.

3]        It requires practical application - Acting on God’s direction daily.

4]          It results in effective living - Experiencing what God does with our obedience. *

 

The Christ Life - Don’t just speak it ... LIVE IT!!!

 

Until next time, walk with the King and be a blessing.

In His name and for His glory,

Richard Keller

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Resource: The Life Application Study bible