Scripture Reading: 1 Timothy 4:1-5
Focus Verses: 1 Timothy 4:1-2 “The Spirit clearly says that in later times some will abandon the faith and follow deceiving spirits and things taught by demons. Such teachings come through hypocritical liars, whose consciences have been seared as with a hot iron.”
I think we all know someone that has walked away from God's standards, and left the faith. We say to ourselves, “why does somebody do that?” How could this happen? Perhaps at one time they seemed as one of the most godly people you know. Now they have abandoned the faith. There are many reasons why someone would leave the faith, but it usually happens one small step at a time. If you put a foot in the wrong direction, listen to the gentle correction of the conscious. 1 Timothy 1:19 says “Cling to your faith in Christ, and keep your conscience clear. For some people have violated their consciences, as a result their faith has been shipwrecked.” God has given us a conscience to help keep us on the right path, guide and protect us. When we are tempted, our conscience tells us not to violate God's standards. Each time you deliberately ignore your conscience, you are searing your conscience and hardening your heart. Over a period of time, your ability to tell right from wrong will diminish. How can you keep your conscience clear? Treasure your faith in Christ more than anything else and do what you know is right.
Today, as you walk with God, he will speak to you through your conscience, letting you know the difference between right and wrong. Be sure to act on those inner voices so that you do what is right, then your conscience will remain clear. One obedient act at a time strengthens our relationship with Christ and he will measure out our faith. Hebrews 6:11 says “We want each of you to show this same diligence to the very end, so that what you hope for may be fully realized.”
Read also: Galatians 4:19, Acts 24:16, Romans 12:2, and Ephesians 4:23,
Bobby Johnson
Interlocking Ministries
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