The source of Christian health, worship, zeal, and growth is twofold: right beliefs and obedience. Jesus defined discipleship as teaching others to obey everything He commands (Matt 28:20). Yet an increasing number of influencers are trying to create a faith that isn’t based on obedience to Jesus’ commands but rather some amorphous principle used to circumvent them. If we love Jesus, we love and obey His commands (1 John 5:3). I don’t suspect that this is anything new to any of those who read this blog, but it’s a necessary reminder.
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Published on May 10, 2024 06:34