Holiness Has Not Changed

#Doer of the Word 10/31/2016 0 Comments   "Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin."   James 4:17   "But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only deceiving your own selves.  For if any be a hearer of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass:"   James 1:2,23 The Lord has been dealing with me concerning being a doer of the Word.  It is not enough to quote the scriptures verbatim.  It is not enough to be able to find the scriptures quickly in the Bible.  It is not enough to go to every service every week.  It is not enough to be a faithful tithe payer.  God is looking for doers.  Talking about Jesus, testifying about Jesus, singing and dancing is not enough.  There needs to be some fruit coming forth so others can want this great salvation. The Lord was showing me how the people are getting comfortable  being around each other and not reaching out to the lost.  Pr

Spousal abuse is never acceptable.  Marriage is a union of a man and a woman before.   Both agree to love and cherish one another until death they do part.  Therefore, there is no place in marriage for abuse.  If there are unresolved issues, work on solving them.  If there is pain from past relationships, work on getting healed.  Do not take your pain out on your spouse.  Marriage is honorable in the sight of God. Do not give the adversary place in it to destroy it.  A vow was made in the front of God and witnesses.  Seek help if you need it.  Talk to your Pastor or an older couple that has history.  Marriage takes work, but it should not include abuse. Here are some warning signs of an abusive relationship. 1. push for quick involvement- pressures a woman for an exclusive commitment immediately. 2. jealousy - excessive possessive, calls constantly or visits unexpectedly, prevents girl friend from going to work because she might meet someone, checks the mileage on the car. 3. controlli

The Word of God says, "Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord."   Hebrews 12:14 "Let brotherly love continue."   Hebrew 13:1 As things begin to unfold around us, it is imperative that the Saint of God obey the word of God as it relates to love.  The believer can not afford to hate, talk unruly, be disrespectful, disorderly, etc.  Yes, things may not be what one would want or expect, but a believer does not have the liberty to act out of order. If you are a born again believer, the word of God is the guide for conduct.  The love of the Lord must be the foundation for the way a believer treats others.  What does the Bible say? "But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, pray for them which despite-fully use you, and persecute you."   Matthew 5:44    "For if ye salute your brethren only, what do ye more than others? do not even the publicans so?"   Matthe