A Lesson on Faith

There are certain laws of physics that we know exist. For example, toss an apple up in the air and what happens?The law of gravity determines that what goes up must come down, of course! Did you know there are also spiritual laws?

That's right. One of these divinely-appointed principles is that what we sow, so shall we also reap. In more plain terms, if we are hateful and sow seeds of scorn and malice, we will obviously not reap joy, peace, and love. In like manner, if we scatter seeds of understanding, patience, and kindness, should we expect anything less than good gifts?

The same is true with how we chose to live our life; not only what comes out of our mouth, but what do our actions reveal; godliness or that which is objectionable to God?Again, in more clear terms, if we are involved in something as sinful as adultery, should we expect God to bless our marriage? Our Lord may want to see us truly blessed, but if we are not willing to place our faith, trust and obedience in His hands, this cannot occur.

Our faith in God is about more than simply loving God and having a relationship with Him. Just as when we marry, we say an earthly vow to honor our commitment to one spouse, the same is true with the commitment and obedience God requires us to have with Him. This does not mean there is not forgiveness to those who stumble or fall, but what it does mean is, what good is our faith if we only adhere to that which is convenient, pleasing, and tolerable? Even the unsaved heathens can manage that!

Christians are not called to be as unrepentant heathens, but we are instead called to be as light to a world of darkness. This too, is another spiritual principle, that obedience to God IS rewarded. Our faith is never in vain, and its reward is salvation!

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Contributed by Melanie Schurr (Copyright (c)2003 Melanie Schurr) Melanie Schurr is author of "Ecstatic Living Ecstatic Loving: How to have more peace and joy in marriage, and life in general by walking in harmony with God," and "Son Salutations: A refreshing collection of modern inspirations for those who seek God each day." For more information, visit her web page at www.angelfire.com/mi/melschurr