I have hidden Thy word in my heart.
(Picture by Lisa R)
Galatians 3. “For all who rely on the works of the law are under a curse, as it is written: ‘Cursed is everyone who does not continue to do everything written in the Book of the Law.’ Clearly no one who relies on the law is justified before God, because ‘the righteous will live by faith.’ The law is not based on faith; on the contrary, it says, ‘The person who does these things will live by them.’ Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us, for it is written: ‘Cursed is everyone who is hung on a pole.’ He redeemed us in order that the blessing given to Abraham might come to the Gentiles through Christ Jesus, so that by faith we might receive the promise of the Spirit” (Verses 10-14). We have the ability to live victorious. Oddly, we forget this and often times wallow in defeat. Christ took our sin and shame…therefore, live as though you’ve been redeemed.
We were at a study tonight where this was discussed. Providing everyone with a list of acceptable and unacceptable behaviors if they’re going to be a part of “our” church certainly makes it easier to control them…but severely stunts real growth. Not only that, but allowing people to be real…and allow the Lord to lead them in the way they should go can be very messy while they get “sorted out.” It was a great study!
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Ha! 🙂
I meant the last reply to be for the comment on day 282.