Rule Breakers.....love them anyway

I believe it's safe to say that human beings don't like rules. Most of us feel that rules are made to be broken or that true fun and excitement exist when there is reason to sneak around.

As I was listening/reading Deuteronomy 13 today, something grabbed my attention.

"The LORD your God is testing you to find out whether you love him with all your heart and with all your soul. It is the LORD your God you must follow, and him you must revere. Keep his commands and obey him; serve him and hold fast to him."

I was reminded of the fact that God makes rules/laws for us to protect us. He literally commands His children to live better, happier and more fullfilled lives. Interesting how humans still ignore His commandments. Apparently it's more fun to break the rules and live miserably. At least that's what you would think by looking around. People either don't know that there is a better way of life or they decide that they would much rather be miserable. So, here we have two reasons of avoiding God.....ignorance and stupidity. The ignorant have never even heard of Jesus and must be taught. The stupid have heard about Him and decided they didn't want Him. Both should be prayed for.

In a way, the stupid, can actually be ignorant because if they truly knew Jesus and the God I know, they would not turn Him down. It's entirely a lack of understanding.

There comes a point where mere words are nothing. Actions speak louder but never in an obnoxious way.....like our words can all too often be. If you're going to speak words, speak God's words. If you're going to show people God's words by your actions, act like Jesus. You don't need to perform miraculous acts in order to get a sinner's attention. All you have to do is love them in the face of hate.

1. Love sinners and treat them like it.
2. Live like Jesus (same as number 1.)
3. Speak when God says to speak and shut up when God says nothing. If God is not telling you what to say, chances are, it's time for you to be quiet and listen. It could be that you have a thing or two to learn from the people you're ministering to.