" TRUST "

Those of you who know me, are acutely aware of the fact that I believe in Truth. I love when Jesus taught about vows. Jesus emphasized the importance of telling the truth. Matthew 5:33 " Again, you have heard that the ancients were told, 'You shall not make false Vows, but shall fulfill your vows to the Lord' People were breaking promises and using sacred language casually and carelessly. keeping oaths and promises is important; it builds trust and makes committed human relationships possible. Now the Bible condemns making Vows or taking Oaths casually, giving your word while knowing that you won't keep it, or swearing falsely in God's name (Exodus 20:7; Leviticus 19:12; Numbers 30:1:2; Deuteronomy 19:16-20). Oaths are needed in certain situations only because we live in a sinful society that breeds distrust. When confronted by a distrusting truth, people often turn away and refuse to listen. When God's spirit points out needed changes in our lives, we must listen to him. Otherwise, we may be pushing the truth so far away that it no longer affects us. " Truth " who God reveals it to, some people do not understand God's Truth because they are not ready for it. God reveals Truth to people who will act on it, who will make it visible in their lives. When you talk with people about God, be aware that they will not understand if they are not ready. Be patient, taking every chance to tell them more of the truth about God, and praying that the Holy Spirit will open their minds and hearts to receive the truth and act on it. Until Next Time... Jim,