Unlearning Tradition, Relearning Scripture

Month: September 2022

  • Christianity 101 (From the story of Othniel)

    Had Bible study last night. We studied Judges 3:1-11. Othniel, son of Caleb’s younger brother, was sent by the LORD to rescue Israel but ONLY after they had cried out to Him. So Israel experienced rest for forty years under the guidance of Othniel, the first Judge sent by the LORD.

    Christians, likewise chosen by God to be His people, ought not to think it’s fine to disobey the LORD and yet still be favored by Him. Redemption also does not apply to the rebellious but only to those who repent and turn to God for salvation.

    No one can escape worldly troubles. Christians alike are affected by events, financial crises, and the like occurring. However, God can preserve His people amidst the chaos or troubles around us.

    Othniel, sent by God, guided Israel for forty years – a generation – giving them rest. Similarly, we ought to be guided by the Words of Jesus Christ, as revealed in Scripture, for only then may anyone truly be servants of God’s Word, teaching people the truth notwithstanding the odds.

    True servants of God are not defined by the organization, sect, or denomination. But by the outcome of their work, teaching solely based on Jesus’ Word.

    “Everyone then who hears these words of Mine (Jesus Christ) and does them will be like a wise man who built his house on the rock. And the rain fell, and the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house, but it did not fall, because it had been founded on the rock. And everyone who hears these words of Mine and does not do them will be like a foolish man who built his house on the sand. And the rain fell, and the floods came, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell, and great was the fall of it.” (Matthew 7:24-27)

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  • God Is Above All Circumstances

    Our recent circumstances may not look good – high inflation, high peso-dollar exchange rate, high fuel cost, and high borrowing rates. All these and many others are contributing factors to low purchasing power, scarce job opportunities, limited business expansion, activities, etc.

    Without a doubt, no one is spared. Everyone is affected by the current financial crisis. Yet, Christians ought to remember that for forty years God sustained Israel while inside the wilderness. There isn’t any productivity in the wilderness. But God provided Israel with food, water, and all basic needs throughout the lifetime of those who went out of Egypt in Exodus. Sadly though, that generation of Hebrews failed miserably, forsaking God’s covenant. Only Joshua and Caleb together with the second-generation Israelites – those who weren’t around breaking God’s covenant and with whom God renewed His covenant (Joshua 5:2) – entered the Promised Land, though we know that the Promised Land was just a shadow of the good things to come. So with the coming of Jesus Christ fulfilling all Scripture, Christians now have the fullness of God’s promise. Consequently, amid present financial difficulties Christians ought to trust Jesus Christ in all things.

    Here is a Messianic promise uttered by David in a psalm.

    “The LORD knows the days of the blameless, and their heritage will remain forever; they are not put to shame in evil times; in the days of famine they have abundance. But the wicked will perish; the enemies of the LORD are like the glory of the pastures; they vanish—like smoke they vanish away.” (Psalms 37:18-20)

    Always be thankful for God’s goodness. No matter how difficult the present circumstances may become, God remains faithful and His grace is sufficient at all times. In whatever circumstances we may be, always place your trust and confidence in Christ Jesus alone. Scripture said, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” (Hebrews 13:8)

    May the peace of God be with everyone!

    P.S. It has been a while since I last wrote a blog. Been busy doing virtual Bible study and sharing the truths of the Scripture. Thank you all for visiting my blog.

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