First lets start with what I think needs to be the basis of things....
Do Everything in Love, 1 Cor. 16:14 (Bible)
Our primary concern in this article is with our responsibilities toward each other as members together of the body of Christ, particularly as we flesh out those responsibilities in our local assemblies. This is not to say that they have no responsibility toward unbelievers. Scripture clearly commands us to "live such good lives among the pagans that, though they accuse you of doing wrong, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day he visits us" (1 Pet. 2:12).
And then it goes further in describing the rest of the commands from God to us believers on how we should act even when we are being accused or being put into positions that we find ourselves in compromising situations like being sued for something that we did not do.
Remember we have the best example of what a Christian is and how they are to act even when being punished for something that can easily be considered blasphemy.
1 Peter 2:13-25 AMP
"Be submissive to every human institution and authority for the sake of the Lord, whether it be to the emperor as supreme, Or to governors as sent by him to bring vengeance (punishment, justice) to those who do wrong and to encourage those who do good service. For it is God’s will and intention that by doing right [your good and honest lives] should silence (muzzle, gag) the ignorant charges and ill-informed criticisms of foolish persons. [Live] as free people, [yet] without employing your freedom as a pretext for wickedness; but [live at all times] as servants of God. Show respect for all men [treat them honorably]. Love the brotherhood (the Christian fraternity of which Christ is the Head). Reverence God. Honor the emperor. [You who are] household servants, be submissive to your masters with all [proper] respect, not only to those who are kind and considerate and reasonable, but also to those who are surly (overbearing, unjust, and crooked). For one is regarded favorably (is approved, acceptable, and thankworthy) if, as in the sight of God, he endures the pain of unjust suffering. [After all] what kind of glory [is there in it] if, when you do wrong and are punished for it, you take it patiently? But if you bear patiently with suffering [which results] when you do right and that is undeserved, it is acceptable and pleasing to God. For even to this were you called [it is inseparable from your vocation]. For Christ also suffered for you, leaving you [His personal] example, so that you should follow in His footsteps. He was guilty of no sin, neither was deceit (guile) ever found on His lips. When He was reviled and insulted, He did not revile or offer insult in return; [when] He was abused and suffered, He made no threats [of vengeance]; but he trusted [Himself and everything] to Him Who judges fairly. He personally bore our sins in His [own] body on the tree [as on an altar and offered Himself on it], that we might die (cease to exist) to sin and live to righteousness. By His wounds you have been healed. For you were going astray like [so many] sheep, but now you have come back to the Shepherd and Guardian (the Bishop) of your souls."
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And yes, I do understand that this is hard to follow but I will say this... life does become easier as you not only follow the Word of God, but you HEAR the word of God.
Yes I did say HEAR the word of God.
It is the one thing that you cannot experience through any other religion or belief. It is actually having a conversation with the heavenly father that cares about your desires and your life. The life of his children for we are all the children of God. The one true father that will never turn his back on his children as they accept that gift that he gives freely to anyone who accepts his son Jesus Christ as their one and true savior.
I just wanted to allow for a change from the Unjust that we see everyday and give some hope along with the information of things that need to change.
Now I hope that this post allows some encourage of any reader to come to Christ and understand that yes the walk may be difficult but it's worth every experience, to be able to help someone in need other than yourself.
Why not be a blessing to the world when you were born blessed ?
That is the question I ask to all my readers whoever they may be please take some time and answer that.
And Leave a comment with your answer I would love feedback.
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