http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oY3_1jpteY
In recent years, those who live according to a secular worldview are claiming the Bible no longer applies to modern life. Meanwhile, any law, principle or rule within the written Word of God is labeled as bigoted, discriminating and sexists. Yet, if these skeptics actually took the time to read the Bible, individuals would begin to see the lofty expectations that exist. Free will does not force anyone to adhere to these standards. Rather, its up to you, take it or leave it.
If you love those who love you, what reward will you get? Are not even the tax collectors doing that? And if you greet only your own people, what are you doing more than others? Do not even pagans do that? Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect, Matthew 5:46-48.
The legal world uses an interesting term, plausible deniability. This means that an individual can be excused from guilt, like a disclaimer or waiver. The Bible uses a similar word to plausible deniability, amoral. Moral refers to knowing what is right and doing it. Immoral is the opposite, knowing what is right, but failing to obey. Amoral comes into play when someone is held to a standard that they were never taught. Subsequently, if you have never attended church, heard the gospel or read the Bible, you are only held accountable for that which you have been introduced.
For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord, Romans 6:23.
The purpose of this blog is to simplify the message of the Bible, take it or leave it. The consequence of sin results in a guilty verdict from the jury. The punishment for this crime is death, eternal separation from God. However, the judge steps in to offer a special plea deal. Actually, God is willing to pardon all offenders with one simple gift. Jesus paid your bail in full, but the choice is yours, take it or leave it. You can receive this as your own, taking ownership of faith. You can reject it and so by live according to the world’s standards. Or you can wait for a while, but either way, the clock is ticking.
by Jay Mankus
ExpressYourself4Him 