ARE YOU CONTROLLED BY THE WORLD OR THE WAYS OF THE LORD?

“I had to feed you with milk and not with solid food, because you weren’t ready for anything stronger. And you still aren’t ready, for you are still controlled by your sinful nature. You are jealous of one another and quarrel with each other. Doesn’t that prove that you are controlled by your sinful nature? Aren’t you living like people of the world?” 1 Corinthians 3:2-3

It is necessary for us to sometimes take a step back and analyze just how we are living our lives. It is quite easy to slip into a routine of worldly ways, where our days become a repetitive cycle that dulls our spiritual senses. We may begin to mumble and grumble about others or start to think that our ways are inherently better than those of others around us, creating an unwarranted divide among us. Or we may fall into the trap of entertaining gossip, relishing the drama it brings, and adding to it as we visit with others in casual conversation. As we take a step back, we must be able to be honest with ourselves and not begin to come up with excuses as to why we are living our lives in such ways, rationalizing our actions instead of recognizing them for what they truly are. It is time to truly meditate in God’s word, allowing it to permeate our thoughts and actions, and once again apply it to the way we live our lives every day. As born-again believers, we are called to apply the principles of Christ in our lives and live them out each day, ensuring that our actions reflect His teachings and love. As others watch our lives unfold, they will not perceive us as hypocrites, but rather as individuals who genuinely love Jesus and earnestly strive to follow Him in His ways. We must remember that Jesus is our Lord and not the world; our allegiance is to Him first and foremost. We may be in the world, but we are not of the world, and this distinction should be evident in our attitudes, speech, and the way we treat others. By consciously choosing to reflect Christ’s light, we can inspire those around us, encouraging them to seek the same transformative relationship with Him. PRAISE THE LORD IN ALL THINGS!

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