" IGNORANCE IS NOT AN ACCEPTABLE ALIBI "

Good afternoon All,

I'm truly on cloud nine...translation I am Happy In The Lord. I recently took a moment to appreciate all the answers to prayer that I was aware of in my sphere of influence. I challenge you to take note of just how many prayer request are being answered. I'm aware of the Lord answering prayer within minutes and that's so cool. I sincerely enjoy hearing praise reports.

This weeks message is in regards to ignorance, so strap in and let's get started. Ignorance of the Bible is unpardonable, primarily of Pastors and other Leaders in the faith. As the body of Christ we must do our very best to know God's Word... What it says, What it means, and How it applies to daily lives. Are you spending the appropriate time daily in the Word of God? There are consequences in ignoring God's voice. After a lifetime of resisting God, you may find it impossible to turn to Him. I come in contact with those who say that " I'm just not ready yet". Don't wait until just the right time before turning to God. Do it now while you still have the chance. You know, if you continually ignore God's voice, eventually you will be unable to hear it at all.

God does not offer special protection to people who ignore Him. We must learn to rely on God's power. We must also realize the importance of obeying God from the heart, and not merely out of habit. If we want God's help when we under-take large tasks, we must make staying close to Him our top priority.

We should not try to obey God selectively, choosing the commands we will obey and those we will ignore. God's Word has authority over every aspect of our lives, not just selected portions.

Last point, always seek God's advice, my friend David and I were just talking about this subject this morning. When the Father does give His answer to our prayer request we must accept the fact that we heard from God. It does no good to seek God's advice if we ignore it when it is given. I once read that real love for God is shown not by merely asking for direction, but by following that direction once it is given.

Until Next Time...
Jim