"Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
"Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account.
Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you.
"You are the salt of the earth, but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown out and trampled under people’s feet.
"You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.– Matthew 5:10-14
Blessed
25 Wednesday Aug 2010
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And, contrary to what many people teach, these are characteristics of God’s chosen people – not self improvement tips.
Yes, too many talkers (not really preachers, just talkers) do the used cars pitch of features/benefits as if Jesus is a ’78 Chevy Nova with a dented fender and a motor on its last leg. They try to get people to say some magic words without really telling them who Jesus is, what He did, why He did it, and what they actually deserve.
God is Holy, Holy, Holy. He is not to be peddled like a used car in Van Nuys. God’s will and way is not dependent upon our approval, interest, nor obedience. He does what He does. He does not want nor need to be repackaged in a leadership training seminar in order to have His brand be accepted.
Great post, JT. Thanks for reminding us of the truth.