We are to pull our thoughts together and think clearly and soundly. We are also to bear in mind that there is coming a time when the “revelation of Jesus Christ” will bring about the changes we long for today. He WILL put all things under His feet and at His name every knee shall bow and every tongue confess that Jesus is Lord. No matter how bad life gets the reality is that Christ will right all wrongs and conquer all foes. What a great time that will be!
Knowing this should lead each of us to living life as “obedient children,” who don’t live like we used to; but rather live a life of holiness. We are to be holy because the Lord is holy. Holiness should mark every area of our lives.
A great help to living a life of holiness is the reading of God’s Word. I love the phrase, “Because it is written,” Peter is reminding us that God has a sure word written just for us and we can depend on His Word to nourish us and strengthen us. I don’t know how any of us could make it in this world without the nourishment, comfort, and encouragement we find in God’s Word.
To get the most out of the reading of God’s Word remember to use your “specs.”
As you read look for…
Sins to ConfessWhen you and I read the Bible with these “SPECS” we WILL be better able to live as “obedient children” ready for the “revelation of Jesus Christ.”
Promises to Claim
Examples to Follow
Commands to Obey
Being Holy because He Is Holy,
Pastor Mike