The proverbs of Solomon the son of David, king of Israel: To receive the instruction of wisdom, Justice, and judgment, and equity; (Proverbs 1:1,3 NKJV)
A small boy was excitedly opening a toy automobile but found that it required a good deal of assembly. Try as he might, he could not get the car put together and, with a cry, he threw some of the pieces across the room. The frustration of not being able to accomplish what seemed simple was devastating to the boy.
Attempting to live a good Christian life can be just as frustrating sometimes. It seems like it should be easy, but as hard as we might try to live as God would want, we find that we can’t quite do it. We need help. We need instruction.
God gives us that instruction if we will only seek it. Through prayer, Scripture, and support of fellow believers, we gain special insights which make living the Christian life much easier and more fulfilling. What seems impossible on our own becomes pleasure when we have help.
We are never alone in our Christian journey. We are given one another and are even in touch with God’s Holy Spirit!
May you be encouraged and blessed in this New Year.
Lovingly,
Pastor John