It's strikingly fascinating to read biblical accounts like the
construction of the first temple, and the creation of the tabernacle. Picture
hundreds and possibly thousands of people, working with excitement and
anticipation, as the buildings became more real each day that passed. Imagine
waking up suddenly with a newly found God given skill, which would soon
contribute to the construction of this soon to be, spectacular symbol of power,
and heavenly kingship... Well. As spectacular as they were, the principle
beneath these achievements is far more noteworthy. They reveal to me how
important it is to take God's instruction seriously and with honour. Because
without the right attitude and response to His instruction, I really don't
believe they could have achieved what they did.
Bringing this
thought closer to home, made me wonder why we take commands like "be
holy" so lightly. Taking such commands seriously is key and central to our
existence as believers; therefore, the command to be holy needs to be embraced
passionately. I wonder if we even know that holiness is a non-negotiable instruction,
which comes with our salvation, and is something that serves such a life
changing purpose, that it simply can't be ignored. I also realise, that
striving for perfection can never stop for us, and giving into carnality and
faithlessness, have to be replaced by seriousness, and obedience to God's word.
If I were to be
honest, I would say that God's grace and mercy is often taken advantage of. We
tend to be relaxed about sin and commitment to Him, and may not see that God's
Grace and mercy are just means to allow us a chance to perfect our ways, and
get serious about His word. As long as we continue striving for perfection, we
are responding correctly to grace and mercy. On the other hand, when we don't
resist sin and neglect holiness, we somewhat de-value The Lord's grace and
mercy in our lives. By this, we set the wrong example for those coming after
us.
Because Jesus
loves us enough to change us, I say, let’s strive for holiness! Let’s take His
Instruction seriously! And like the building of the first temple, we will
become a spectacular vessel of power, and heavenly kingship!
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