November 26, 2017 - - I John 5:19-20 God's Truth in an ages of lies
/We know that we are of God, and the whole world lies under the sway of the wicked one. And we know that the Son of God has come and has given us an understanding, that we may know Him who is true; and we are in HIm who is true, in His Son Jesus Christ. This is the true God and eternal life.
I John 5:19-20 NKJV
Truth is not something to be found by the latest focus group or some opinion poll. The Bible is clear: all people are sinners. The world is held in the grip of the devil. Our thoughts deceive us. Our actions do not line up with our words. What will break the sway of the devil and darkness?
God has shown us what is true. Jesus is the Way to God, the Truth of God, and brings to believers now fullness of Life which is joyful obedience to Jesus. The Spirit of God reveals Jesus through the Bible. The lies of this age are exposed by the Truth of the Bible. Truth does not shift. Truth is not negotiated. Truth remains true no matter how many or few believe it. Because Truth is found in the One Who made the heavens and the earth, Truth is built into every part of creation and the standard of Truth rules from the throne of heaven.
The followers of Jesus Christ delight in worship. When the Word is read, lies are dispelled. When the worshipers arise and praise Him Who is True, the understanding from God's perspective is given. One day all flesh will give an account for their thoughts, words and actions. The wicked will be thrown to hell. The followers of Jesus Christ, who by their life showed the root of faith and the fruit of obedience to Him, will delight in God for all eternity.
Do something radical today: get to a church where the Word of God is preached and truth is revealed.
Spirit of God, the lies of this world are repeated so often and in so many places that it can be hard to distinguish what is right and true. Draw many people to worship this day. Believers and curious, prodigals and newbies--let the Word of God fill our imagination, heart and soul with the wonders of Jesus, Who is Truth. Spirit of God, dispel the lies of this age that cling like burrs to the worshipers who gather, and set hearts free to find delight in joy-filled obedience to God. Spirit of power, bless the preachers and evangelists, missionaries and Bible-teachers who bring Your Word today. Blessed be Your Name, triune God of Glory, now and forever. Amen.
