The Webster’s definition of “compromise” is; a concession to something derogatory. As we look at the world surrounding us, compromise permeates all aspects of our lives. It affects our choices and our relationship with Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. It also affects our relationships and interaction with those around us. Many times we make important decisions that will affect us the rest of our lives. Do we compromise in these situations choosing what might be easier for us rather than what the Lord would have for our lives?
One thing that comes to mind is compromise in a relationship between a man and a woman. The Bible in 2 Corinthians 6:14 says, “Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?” (KJV) Do we engage in a relationship with someone that does not know Christ as their personal savior? According to this passage it tells us not to be “unequally yoked together with the unbelievers”.
Do we make a compromise like so many others do just because we feel someone may be our “soul mate”? Do we compromise in this because someone may be that perfect someone? The Lord is all we need in our lives. In his wisdom and love and his understanding of us, he created the special bond between to people of the opposite sex. Through this bond we may act in ways we never thought we would have any other time. The Lord warns us to seek a God-fearing man or woman to be free from compromise that may ensue through a relationship with an unbeliever.
Solomon was considered the wisest man to ever live, yet he made this mistake. He accepted compromise. Solomon married many women, many of whom were pagans (unbelievers). In order to please them he turned his heart from God and made a compromise with them. He allowed them to keep their practices and their gods. In the end this hardened his heart towards God.
We also compromise through our actions in life around friends. Our human nature is driven by pride and the want to be accepted by those around us. In all honesty no one can say that they have never done something that was probably pretty stupid to be accepted by someone else. We seek acceptance from the world rather than wholly from God.
John 17:14 states, “I have given them thy word; and the world hath hated them, because they are not of the world, even as I am not of the world.” God has given us his word but the world does not like to here about it. Do we choose to just go along with everything rather than tell others what Christ has done? Do we continue acting like the world just to be accepted by those around us? Do we compromise to make things more comfortable for ourselves? Or do take a stand for Christ? How do you live your life?
Philippians 4:6-7 "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your request be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus."
Why Resting Content?
Why is my blog titled Resting Content? Philippians 4:6-7 says, "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your request be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." So many times we are not content with the way things turn out. We have everything we are going to do planned out, and alot of the time God isn't going by our agenda. Or maybe you're not that kind of person and just kind of let things happen. Either way events occur that upset us. The loss of a job, failing a college final, a death in the family. How do we take these things? Are we, "anxious for nothing" or are we worrying how am I going to handle this? How could this happen? Christ calls us not to be anxious, "but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your request be made." It is a lesson I learn everyday. Even in the smallest thing I have to remember to rest contently. I must always remember that, "the peace of God which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." If you ask God in, "prayer and supplication" to help you, you can be sure that He will. You will find yourself, Resting Content.
The Plan of Salvation (Romans Road)
Romans 3:23 For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. (NKJV)
Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. (NKJV)
Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love towards us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. (NKJV)
Romans 10:9-10 That if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead you will be saved. For with the heart one believes unto unrighteousness, and with the mouth, confession is made unto salvation. (NKJV)
We are all sinners, we all do things that are wrong.
The only thing we will get from sin is death and an eternity in the lake of fire, but God will give us eternal life in heaven.
But God loved us soo much he sent his son Jesus to die on the cross for our sins. If you willingly acknowledge that Jesus is Lord and believe that God raised him from the dead you will be saved.
About Me
- Jared
- I am a follower of Christ, my savior. I believe that he was crucified for our sins. That I am a sinner only saved by grace. That he rose again on the 3rd day, according to the scriptures, and that I will be in heaven some day with my wonderful Saviour. I am 16.I enjoy practicing martial arts including; Tai Chi, Kenpo, Kempo, Hungar, Ba Gua, Northen Shaolin Kung Fu, Ju Jitsu, and the occasional Shoto Kahn techniques. I also really like backpacking, dayhiking, reading, playing trombone, building fires (dont worry safe ones), horseback riding (although I never get the chance anymore) and spending time with my God-fearing family. Well, you name it and I am willing to try it... for the most part :D I would love to be a part of a missions trip to an Eastern European country.
1 comment:
Great post Jared. I'm glad that nothing we can do can ever change our position in Christ. It might affect fellowship with God, but the Bible says we won't have to wonder if we're going to Heaven or not when we trust Christ as Savior. That relationship can never be broken.
I know you know this. I'm just pointing out the difference that Pappy stresses between the word "relationship" and "fellowship or friendship" with God. Some people are afraid that if they mess up, they might lose their salvation, or their relationship with God. They can't because that was bought with Christ's shed blood on the cross. Christ did the work.
With that said, it's good to see you thinking these things through in the light of God's Word and writing about it. Always, always the Bible should be our guide. As we submit to the Holy Spirit and pray, we will be strengthened with God's power to resist tempatation. Standing firm on God's promises certainly gives us the wisdom to follow His way and not give in to compromise.
Your old mom is speaking from experience, because I have failed in this area more than once. I am ashamed to admit that there have been times I have compromised in different areas of my life. Taking every thought captive to Christ is crucial to maintaing our friendship with God.
Again, great post my son. Keep thinking these things through and continue to let Jesus be your guide. He loves you and I do too!
Love and prayers,
Mom
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