Moment With The Master
“Spiritual Dilligence”
Categories: Moment With The MasterHe who blesses his friend with a loud voice, rising early in the morning, It will be counted a curse to him. (Proverbs 27:14)
The above proverb could have easily been my sentiments when I was a teenage boy! The sound of mom or dad waking me up early in the morning was a curse! Unfortunately, it may have been the signs of a more serious attitude of laziness! Actually, it is not a sin to sleep late, but it is a sin to be lazy. Paul says in Colossians 3:22-24: "Bondservants, obey in all things your masters according to the flesh, not with eye service, as men-pleasers, but in sincerity of heart, fearing God. And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ." (Colossians 3:22-24) Whatever the job, God wants us to give our all!
But, what is of even greater concern is spiritual apathy. The New Testament repeatedly reminds us of the need of spiritual diligence! "Therefore, brethren, be even more diligent to make your call and election sure, for if you do these things you will never stumble; for so an entrance will be supplied to you abundantly into the everlasting kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ".(2 Peter 1:10-11) The Christian must develop a good work ethic in his spiritual life! He must
pull out all of the stops to win the battle over sin and selfishness. He must make it his daily goal to exercise godliness. He is to be a reflection of his Heavenly Father in character. He must keep his eyes focused on the Master!
There is no room for the slouch. So, my brother give diligence to make your call and election sure!
By George Slover
