HOSEA 4:6 (KJV)
6 “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge…”
As someone who was trained, instructed, and is still influenced by the Word of Faith Movement, this was one of our most quoted bible messages. To this day, that scripture continues influencing my thoughts and behavior.
It’s very easy to “hear and word from God” and get excited about it. There’s nothing wrong with that. But many times, it’s also important to read the entire Bible passage.
Because I’ve read that Bible scripture many times, I must have thought that I didn’t need to continue reading what followed afterwards. You might know what I mean; sometimes we all get a little too full of ourselves, perhaps we even feel like we know it all, and become a little too proud. In either case, I would have benefited by reading what followed…
“because thou hast rejected knowledge, I will also reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me: seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God…”
Now, if you satisfied with just sitting in the church pew, week after week, if you just want to hear something that tickles your ears, and makes you jump up and dance in the aisles, or aren’t looking to get serious with your relationship with God, then you should stop reading now. What I have to say involves some hard work, total dedication, consistency, and something your average, every day Christians never develops in their lives…DISCIPLINE!
Now for those who’re still with me, please hear what I’m about to say… this is what I felt God was saying after reading that passage…
If you’re devoted to becoming a disciple of Jesus Christ… We’re supposed to study and develop a deeper revelation and more intimate understanding of BOTH God and His Word.
By reading the whole chapter and studying the entire book, you’ll develop a thorough knowledge of the lessons God was teaching his people.
As always, I'd like to hear your comments. If you like what I posted, please tell others! Even if you don't agree with what I'm saying, I'd like to know that also.
In Christ,
Al
6 “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge…”
As someone who was trained, instructed, and is still influenced by the Word of Faith Movement, this was one of our most quoted bible messages. To this day, that scripture continues influencing my thoughts and behavior.
It’s very easy to “hear and word from God” and get excited about it. There’s nothing wrong with that. But many times, it’s also important to read the entire Bible passage.
Because I’ve read that Bible scripture many times, I must have thought that I didn’t need to continue reading what followed afterwards. You might know what I mean; sometimes we all get a little too full of ourselves, perhaps we even feel like we know it all, and become a little too proud. In either case, I would have benefited by reading what followed…
“because thou hast rejected knowledge, I will also reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me: seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God…”
Now, if you satisfied with just sitting in the church pew, week after week, if you just want to hear something that tickles your ears, and makes you jump up and dance in the aisles, or aren’t looking to get serious with your relationship with God, then you should stop reading now. What I have to say involves some hard work, total dedication, consistency, and something your average, every day Christians never develops in their lives…DISCIPLINE!
Now for those who’re still with me, please hear what I’m about to say… this is what I felt God was saying after reading that passage…
If you’re devoted to becoming a disciple of Jesus Christ… We’re supposed to study and develop a deeper revelation and more intimate understanding of BOTH God and His Word.
By reading the whole chapter and studying the entire book, you’ll develop a thorough knowledge of the lessons God was teaching his people.
As always, I'd like to hear your comments. If you like what I posted, please tell others! Even if you don't agree with what I'm saying, I'd like to know that also.
In Christ,
Al
Discipline is the toughest thing for Christians, but absolutely vital if we are going to maintain a consistent witness for the Kingdom. Thanks for the post!
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