“These
six things the Lord hates; yes, seven are an abomination to Him: a proud look,
a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked
plans, feet that are swift in running to evil, a false witness who speaks lies,
and one who sows discord among brethren.” Proverb 6:16-19
Those
who are justified before the Lord by faith are not immune to these things, for
these things are the way of the world in which we live. Our justification
before the Lord through faith gives us every reason to avoid – indeed, hate –
these very things for the damage we know they cause; but the will to resist
these things still rests within us. Our intentional and purposeful
efforts to avoid these things means we choose daily which path we will follow
because there are many forks in the road! The contrast between these two
paths is as clear as the contrast between night and day; between life and
death. We will walk in light – or – live in darkness.
The
Lord tells us through His Word which path He despises, but we must choose every
single day. Choose well.
Blessings,
Michael
2 comments:
I believe every single thing we do every day is a choice. We make a choice when we react to things others do and say. God bless you.
Well said, JT.
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