“Now all these things
happened to them as examples, and they were written for our admonition, upon
whom the ends of the ages have come.”
I Corinthians 10:11 NKJV
Many times, I have heard, even from Christians how the bible can be
contradictory. Some have even questioned the ancient nature of the word and its
applicability to life today. It is believed that the bible is an ancient relic
that needs to be updated to suit today’s life. Isn’t it our life that should be
reflecting the timeless wisdom in this ancient book?
Apostle Paul in his letter to the
saints in Corinthians was reminding them about real life past events of their
ancestors. Their lives were examples to teach them what to do and what not to
do. We are blessed in this present age, to have the bible that teaches us
wisdom, knowledge and understanding of the heart and mind of Elohim God
concerning His creation.
The argument about whether the Old Testament and its laws are still
relevant with the New Testament, as far as I am concerned is a cop out from
taking responsibility and being accountable. Those laws whilst we are not under
them but grace, actually helps us to understand the mind of God concerning many
issues.
What God said we must not do in the Old Testament cannot be ignored in
the New. He is unchangeable. He is eternal. He is not man that should lie nor son of man that should repent. What is an abomination to Him in times past is
still abomination to Him in the present and in future.
Do not let the world blind you to the timeless nuggets in the word of
God. Do not cover your eyes with the veil that was torn away by Christ. The
world values ancient relics; protecting it, studying it for revelation and new
insights. We have a timeless source of wisdom about the past, the present and
the future.
As you read the bible, let it be to teach and guide you; to admonish and
encourage; to reveal the Everlasting Father and our Lord Christ Jesus – the Ancient
of Days.
#prayerfortheweek
Almighty Father, thank You for giving us the bible – the sacred
collection of Your divine words. I pray oh Lord, You will open our spiritual
eyes of understanding to see and know You. In Jesus name, I pray. Amen
I pray this inspires you to be more and do more for Yeshua Ha Mashiach
(Jesus Christ). Spend this week to meditate on the passage and take relevant
step to live out your faith.
#AdeolaAkintoye ©
#ajourneytospiritualmaturity
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