Its amazing how dishonest commercials have become in this age of disclaimers. By the time you try to listen to and or read the warning at the bottom of your television screen, another ad appears. In a rush to strike it big, reward stock owners or pay for future projects, imperfections abound when you read the fine print.
Meanwhile, walking billboards are just as guilty. Whenever you hear words like “I’ve never done that, my pastor’s never sinned or you struggle with that,” wait a couple days or weeks and sin will flow like rain. Christians that sound too good to be true aren’t doing anyone any good. Rather, the closer you are to God, the more humble you become. Yet, the opposite is true as the further you stray from the Lord, the better you feel initially until pride sets people up for a fall.
If you want to read the fine print, just open up one of the 4 gospels in the Bible. Although Jesus spoke in parables to drive home a point, he doesn’t beat around the bush. Jesus set high expectations for his disciples, causing many to walk away, unable to meet his standards, Luke 9:57-63. Despite our own inabilities to achieve holiness, John 3:16-17 provides a highlighted reminder of God’s eternal plan. Don’t let bad examples keep you from the truth. Rather, read the fine print for yourself to reserve a room in eternity, 1 John 5:13.
by Jay Mankus
