Lately, exactly what it means to be a Christian has been on my heart a lot. Being a Christian is much more than people think. Going to church doesn't make you a Christian. Believing in God doesn't pave your way to Heaven. Reading your Bible doesn't make you Holy. There is much more to it than that. It is about the relationship that you build with Him as you journey through life. I do want to say that I am not a perfect example. I am not pointing fingers. I am just here in attempt to open eyes.
Going to Church Doesn't Make You a Christian
Religion is one of the biggest lies within God's realm. He hates it. Mindless drones meandering into a cathedral every single Sunday morning, falling asleep during the message, and pursuing their own ambitions during the week. They are living for a paycheck, laboring in vain, and living without purpose. Although God has a plan for each of them, they will never know it until they choose to diligently seek him and ask earnestly. He waits patiently at the door of our heart, constantly knocking, but we turn a deaf ear to Him. As He watches us struggle through life wondering where He is, He weeps the loss of His children. It is so important to open that door, and take that first step of Faith! Allow Him to enter into your heart and change who you are. It is time we live beyond ourselves and give it all to Him!
Believing in God Doesn't Pave Your Way to Heaven
James 2:19 (NKJV) "You believe that there is one God. You do well. Even the demons believe—and tremble!" Just simply believing that He exists is NOT enough, James says that even the demons believe! If that is all we do is believe He exists, we are no better than they. Christ desires a relationship with us, not just our belief. We need both to please Him.
Reading The Bible Doesn't Make You Holy
There are a lot of people out there that are able to quote and misquote the Bible really well. This, however, does not mean much if they do not fully understand what they are speaking of. Almost anyone can read, memorize, and quote the Word of God in and out of context. It is super easy! When you open your Bible, you embark on a journey through His mighty Word. His Word is His Will and Testament to us as believers, and His promises are made clear in His Word. It is much more than words on paper, it is the LORD speaking directly to us. As we diligently seek after Him and His purpose for our lives by reading daily, the Holy Spirit will bring revelation knowledge to us through His Word. If you are simply reading the Bible to say you have read the Bible or to impress others with your "holiness," I would challenge you to stop wasting your time. Start seeking after Him with everything you have. Let the Word speak to you, rather than you read through it.
These are just a few of the things that have been on my heart that He has been sharing with me. Writing a blog does not make a person knowledgeable. I am simply following my Guide. I do not consider myself to be a writer in any sense of the word. This blog was put on my heart and the words I speak are almost never my own. I give all the Glory to my LORD and Savior, Jesus. I am but a servant for His Kingdom, following the orders from headquarters. If you read my testimony, I never thought I would be where I am. I am blessed and highly favored, and I live my life for He that gave me life. I challenge you to examine your life. Look where you are and where you are headed. Open your heart to the tender mercies of the LORD, and He will give you the direction you require. Anyone can attend a service, even the demons believe in God, and anyone with a second grade reading level can quote the Bible.
Reading The Bible Doesn't Make You Holy
There are a lot of people out there that are able to quote and misquote the Bible really well. This, however, does not mean much if they do not fully understand what they are speaking of. Almost anyone can read, memorize, and quote the Word of God in and out of context. It is super easy! When you open your Bible, you embark on a journey through His mighty Word. His Word is His Will and Testament to us as believers, and His promises are made clear in His Word. It is much more than words on paper, it is the LORD speaking directly to us. As we diligently seek after Him and His purpose for our lives by reading daily, the Holy Spirit will bring revelation knowledge to us through His Word. If you are simply reading the Bible to say you have read the Bible or to impress others with your "holiness," I would challenge you to stop wasting your time. Start seeking after Him with everything you have. Let the Word speak to you, rather than you read through it.
These are just a few of the things that have been on my heart that He has been sharing with me. Writing a blog does not make a person knowledgeable. I am simply following my Guide. I do not consider myself to be a writer in any sense of the word. This blog was put on my heart and the words I speak are almost never my own. I give all the Glory to my LORD and Savior, Jesus. I am but a servant for His Kingdom, following the orders from headquarters. If you read my testimony, I never thought I would be where I am. I am blessed and highly favored, and I live my life for He that gave me life. I challenge you to examine your life. Look where you are and where you are headed. Open your heart to the tender mercies of the LORD, and He will give you the direction you require. Anyone can attend a service, even the demons believe in God, and anyone with a second grade reading level can quote the Bible.
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