10/01/26 DON'T BE FOOLED
Just because they have something that keeps their glasses from falling off their face, it does not mean that they have EARS TO HEAR.
Just because they are breathing, it does not mean they are ALIVE.
Just because they enjoy the beauty of a sunset, it does not mean that they are not BLIND.
Just because they keep religious rules and regulations, it does not mean that they are FOLLOWING JESUS.
Just because they use deodorant and cologne, it does not mean they are A SWEET-SMELLING SAVOR TO GOD.
Just because they don't bump into walls, it does not mean they are WALKING IN THE LIGHT.
Just because they "identify" as Christian, it does not mean they are SAVED.
Just because they associate with Bible believers, it does not mean that they are A CHILD OF GOD.
Don't be fooled. Being a Christian is the PRESENT REALITY OF A RIGHT RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS. Being a Christian is being a NEW CREATION IN CHRIST. Being a Christian is BEING CONFORMED TO THE IMAGE OF GOD'S SON. Being a Christian is a WHOLE PERSON REALITY. Being a Christian is THE TRANSFORMING WORK OF GOD IN A PERSON WHO IS LIVING BY FAITH IN CHRIST.
Salvation involves what we are and what we do.
Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.
