March 29 “Be Passionate!” Colossians 3:23
Good morning from Pastor Glen Brock, Baptist Tabernacle Church, Wendell, North Carolina… “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men;” (Colossians 3:23)
While we were in the High Country, last week, I was listening to a program that had a moderator and two individuals that were presented as “experts” in their respected positions, on the issues being discussed. I was casually watching the program, until one of the “experts” declared that Men could be Women, and that Women could be Men! The basic discussion was centered on the “Trans-Male” competing as a woman, in NCAA college swimming. One “expert” was appalled that anyone would question the legitimate right of this individual that identified as a woman, to compete against women that are actually, biological women! Wow! Friends, this is where we are in our country! This is one more slam at the fundamental and basic order that God created! When we have a debate about the basic biological reality of Male and Female, and the idea that there could be an unlimited number of gender possibilities, then we are on a slippery slope towards absolute and undeniable collapse, both morally and physically! The one panelist, that was representing the multiple gender notion, was passionate and articulate and had just the right words to defend and promote her side of the argument! I was impressed with her passion; yet appalled at her message! What in the world is going on! Listen Church, it is time that we stopped playing! It is time that we stopped acting like these “Crazy” happenings are going on somewhere else! They are at our Front Door!! It is time that we became passionate about our Jesus! It is time that we stand up for what is right and what is just and edifying to our Savior! It is time that we got serious about living for Him! The “Half-Hearted,” and “Lukewarm” level of Service is not going to be enough! Revelation 3:15-16 tells us plainly, “I know thy works, that thou art neither cold nor hot: I would thou wert cold or hot. So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spue thee out of my mouth.” Are you passionate about Jesus and His Message of Hope and Redemption and Grace? Are you living your life, for Jesus, in a manner that reflects His Grace and Forgiveness, in your own life, and a passion that can be seen by all that you encounter? Listen, we are noy going to change the “march of evil” that Satan has devised for humanity, however, we can help change the lives of those that are being exposed to this evil, and insane, thoughts and behaviors! Please live your Christian Life with Passion! A Passion for sharing Jesus – A Passion for Lost Souls – A Passion to make a difference in this “tidal wave” of unbridled evil that is sweeping our nation!!! Jesus is the answer to all of the evils of this world! WE MUST BE ABOUT THE FATHER’S BUSINESS!! Stay Strong, Stay Focused…THE BEST IS YET TO BE!