In Pursuit of Righteousness

It’s better to have character, than be one. - Anon

Throughout all his impoverished life Daniel never forgot who he was before God. Amen!

As Christians, we want our actions, words, and deeds to line up with our heart, in essence to live righteous lives for Christ. But wanting to be righteous and actually living righteous are two different things. Both are noble ideas, but righteousness is not just an idea, it’s a way of life and thinking God requires of us. And the truth is we will never become righteous by accident or wishes, we must ‘hunger and thirst’ after it, and amidst all the distractions of life continually pursue it, and then clothe ourselves in it through humility. Pharisees didn’t please Jesus in biblical times, and I’m pretty sure they don’t please Him now. So ours must be a consistent example of godly behavior to all – family, friends, neighbors and community.  For just when we think nobody is looking or listening – God is.

Until tomorrow…..

Pastor Botts

“…..flee from youthful passions, pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace along with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart.” – II Timothy 2:22

Doing the Right things

When we are busy doing what we should, there is no time to do what we shouldn’t. – Anon 

While talking with Jesus after his failures Peter wanted to know about John’s role. Jesus told Peter it was not his concern. Hmm! 

It’s amazing to me, but if you were to ask the average person if they had enough to do in life the answer would be a resounding YES! But yet, in spite of their full life and schedule the average person seems to have time to get involved in things they shouldn’t. God’s word has a laundry list of things he despises, but often it seems we work overtime doing “the laundry.” The life God planned for each of us would be much simpler if we just stuck to the basics. Remember, if being a team player requires doing what is wrong, you’re on the wrong team. 

Until Monday.....

Pastor Botts 

“Flee the evil desires of youth, and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.” – II Timothy 2:22