There’s a verse in Romans 10 that I love hearing, reading, and quoting again and again.
“So, faith comes from listening, but it’s listening by means of Christ’s message.” Romans 10:17 CEV
When we hear God’s word, and then hear it again and again it builds faith in our hearts.
Do you remember when we were kids the things we heard again and again?
It’s amazing how many things we do as adults that we were taught as children. We no longer do them because “mom” is still standing there telling us every time but we do them because we know they’re right.
Look both ways before crossing a street
Brush your teeth before going to bed
Don’t run with scissors
Don’t talk with your mouth full
Chew with your mouth closed
Don’t tattle
Wash your hands after you’ve gone to the bathroom
Say, “Yes Ma’am” “Yes, Sir”
Don’t punch your sister
Pick up your clothes
Feed the dog
All of these things are simple and right, but we had to be taught them and now that we do them, we are better for it.
When we listen too and apply God’s word, we are better for it and faith is built.
“So be strong and brave! Be careful to do everything my servant Moses taught you. Never stop reading The Book of the Law he gave you. Day and night you must think about what it says. If you obey it completely, you and Israel will be able to take this land. 9 I’ve commanded you to be strong and brave. Don’t ever be afraid or discouraged! I am the Lord your God, and I will be there to help you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:7-9 CEV
Joshua was taking over for Moses, leading over a million Israelites into the Promised Land. Big shoes to fill – he needed wisdom and courage. This was his instruction from the Lord…remember what you were taught, you will be successful!
Today I want to remind you what you were taught. There is one prevailing theme throughout Scripture, and it’s summed up in two instructions.
“36 “Teacher, what is the most important commandment in the Law?” 37 Jesus answered:
Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, and mind. 38 This is the first and most important commandment. 39 The second most important commandment is like this one. And it is, “Love others as much as you love yourself.” 40 All the Law of Moses and the Books of the Prophets are based on these two commandments.” Matthew 23:36-40 CEV
When we love the Lord with all our heart we will naturally and supernaturally love others as well. We learn from His example of unconditional love and we give. We give our time, our possessions, our acceptance, we give our very lives if necessary.
That is the reoccurring message of each day’s blog. Focus on loving the Lord and we will love others as well. Faith comes by hearing the Father’s message again and again and again.
Love well today!