THE TESTIMONY OF THE WORD

October 29

THE TESTIMONY OF THE WORD

Psalms 19:7 The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple.

The Hebrew word: “Torah”, translated to us in the Bible as “Law” means, “instruction”.   This passage therefore tells us that the instruction of the Lord is perfect.  

I dare to assume that any believer would agree with me that the most perfect instruction that could benefit our lives is the Lord’s, and that therefore, it is good counsel to follow.   But do we?   Maybe we agree to it in words, in worship songs and in prayers, but what about our actions?  

What if the Lord appeared right now and gave us specific instructions as to how to dress or not to dress in order to reflect Him better? Or what if He were to tell us that certain foods in our diet were unhealthy, and that some of our friends and personal relations were detrimental to our spiritual well being? What if He also took the liberty of giving us instructions on what to do with our free time?Wouldn’t these instructions be for our best interest; for the converting of our soul from unhealthy appetites to healthier ones?  

Would we feel though that the Lord is ‘meddling’ in our ‘personal affairs’? Would we follow His directives? Do we follow the directives He has already given in is Word concerning these very issues?

When we agree to God’s instructions in our heart and life, we don’t need to show it off with religious jewelry, bumper stickers or advertising tee shirts. The fact is evident to all who see us because of the conversion of our lifestyle and healthier appetites. These are the sure testimony of the Lord for the simple who passes by and is advised, learning from what he sees in us.    

Jesus, help us to truly believe your words not with our mouth only, but with our heart, soul and body.

James 1:22 But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.