We are all
committed to something or someone. The choice of commitment is our own, we can
be committed to furthering good or we can choose to commit ourselves to evil
and the ways of this world.
Proverbs
24:1-7
24:1 we
should be committed to furthering the work of God, not the works of evil
people. (Compare: Ex 20:17).
24:2 mischief
H 5999; perverseness, trouble, iniquity. Evil people only look to evil things
that will satisfy themselves and never edify the body of Christ or help others
out.
24:3 those
committed to God utilize these things to build. (Compare: Prov 1:2-7).
24:4-5 true knowledge
comes from God’s Word. He gives us the power to accomplish things; they are not
done by our own strength. We will all get what we have coming to us (evil
people will get death/good people will receive eternal life).
24:6-7 the
gate is the place of judgment (where a judge resides). Fools will keep silent
there, or should.
Titus
2:11-14
2:11 salvation
is for all people, nobody is left out. You must be committed and accept that
gift given to us by that blood shed on the cross.
2:12 soberly
G 4996; with sound mind. Even good people can get caught up in the wicked ways
of this world; this is why we must be diligently committed to following the
wisdom of God’s Word.
2:13 we
should be familiar with the events that lead up to this time of Christ
appearing. If we are not committed we could find ourselves following after the
false one who comes first.
2:14 there
are many who are lost and need to hear that Jesus died to forgive all our sins!
We are to be His peculiar (special) people committed to sharing the good news
with all.
1 Peter
3:8-15
3:8-9 pitiful
G 2155; show compassion. The blessing is there for us if we commit ourselves to
shoeing these qualities to others.
3:10 don’t get
involved in the ways of the world and gossip.
3:11 the words
“seek” and “ensue” takes action on our part. We must seek after peace.
3:12 if you
are committed to the Lord He watches over you. Seek evil and you are at the
mercy of the world.
3:13 nobody
can harm you if you are committed to doing good for God. His eyes will be
watching you intently as you go about your time.
3:14 God is
in control and those seeking evil can do nothing to you. (Compare the life of
Paul).
3:15 sanctify:
Give God His proper place in your life. We study the word of God and have the
answers for those who are in need. Don’t ever be ashamed of being a Christian
and follower of God.
2
Corinthians 11:1-15
11:1-2 Paul
was committed to the work of God, to the saving of souls.
11:3 don’t allow
deception lead you astray from your commitment to God and His work.
11:4 don’t allow
untruths in your life; seek out your answers from the word of God. Be committed
to understanding what our Father has to say.
11:5-6 Paul
spoke a colloquial language and didn’t use big words; but he knew the word of
God.
11:7-8 God
provided for Paul every step of the way and he didn’t need handouts.
11:9 Paul didn’t
want anyone thinking he was preaching for the money or monetary gain.
11:10-11 God
knew he loved the people.
11:12 we
must correct those that claim to have a “new” doctrine or way of thinking.
11:13 transforming
G 3345; disguising. These false teachers act like good Christians but will lead
you straight to hell.
11:14-15 Satan
is coming back disguised as Jesus Christ; are you ready? We must be committed
to God and His cause, so we can stand against Satan when he comes here claiming
to be Jesus.
Joel 2:18-21
2:18 (compare: Deut 32:36-43). God cares for His children.
2:19-20 (compare: Isa 66). The northern army is the army of
Rev 9. This army thinks they are great but God has other ideas.
2:21 our Father is the one who will do great things for those
committed to the work He has for us. Be committed to God and we can expect His
blessings.
