"Time and time again I have been invited to speak at churches where the people are 'busy for Jesus,' but have very little time to [read, study and meditate on the Bible, or pray.] [At one such church] they had many wonderful programs to serve their people and reach out to their community. The leaders eventually admitted, however, that the people did not really know the Scriptures...Stories like these are far too common...the church is becoming more and more involved with activities, programs, meetings, or the latest cause. As a result of all this activity, there appears to be little time left for her to [know and obey the Word of God.]"
Quote by unknown author.
(This quote is somewhat paraphrased, but mostly word for word.)
Matthew 7:21-23 KJV
[21] Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
[22] Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not...in thy name done many wonderful works?
[23] And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity.
So busy with church activities! But often activities not mandated by God. Nothing wrong with that…unless you ignore and neglect what God has required of you. Be careful! You may end up being really busy "for Jesus," but living in disobedience. You may end up telling Jesus, “Lord, Lord, have I not done many church activities in Your name?”
You obviously cannot do the will of the Father if you do not find out what His will is by knowing the Bible, by learning His commands.
Comentarios