Word@Work 023 - Mark 2:25-26
Published: Wed, 12/12/07
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Read Mark 2:25-26 He answered, "Have you never read what David did when he and his companions were hungry and in need? In the days of Abiathar the high priest, he entered the house of God and ate the consecrated bread, which is lawful only for priests to eat. And he also gave some to his companions." (NIV)
When you are challenged about right and wrong, the Bible is the only sensible reference point. The best way to deal with opinion, is with God's word. That was what Jesus did when He was challenged about not keeping religious rules.
Jesus referred them back to King David, who they revered. 1 Samuel 21:1-6 tells the story of hungry fighting men who were given consecrated bread that was reserved for the priests; and Jesus agreed that it was the right thing to do. God's purpose in giving the law was to protect people, not to starve them but as is often the way, religious people cannot see the wood for the trees ... and the more obsessive the religion, the blinder they get. Blind about how wisely protective God is.
When your friends offer a religious opinion - take them seriously ... and discuss what the Bible says. You will be surprised how much colleagues will respect what you say, when they know where it comes from. Try talking with your Bible open - even showing them the verses that will address the matter face on. You may not win an argument but it will speak volumes about how you know what God does and does not like.
It might be the first time that they have thought of reading the Bible. But when they pluck up courage to read it for themselves, God will speak to them too.
Prayer: Dear Lord, please forgive me for being ashamed of your Word; fearful that others might see my Bible open. Help me today to choose to answer questions from the Bible rather than from my opinion. In Jesus' Name, Amen
You can read more of this Bible passage online - in English and other languages - share the Bible with your friends!
When you are challenged about right and wrong, the Bible is the only sensible reference point. The best way to deal with opinion, is with God's word. That was what Jesus did when He was challenged about not keeping religious rules.
Jesus referred them back to King David, who they revered. 1 Samuel 21:1-6 tells the story of hungry fighting men who were given consecrated bread that was reserved for the priests; and Jesus agreed that it was the right thing to do. God's purpose in giving the law was to protect people, not to starve them but as is often the way, religious people cannot see the wood for the trees ... and the more obsessive the religion, the blinder they get. Blind about how wisely protective God is.
When your friends offer a religious opinion - take them seriously ... and discuss what the Bible says. You will be surprised how much colleagues will respect what you say, when they know where it comes from. Try talking with your Bible open - even showing them the verses that will address the matter face on. You may not win an argument but it will speak volumes about how you know what God does and does not like.
It might be the first time that they have thought of reading the Bible. But when they pluck up courage to read it for themselves, God will speak to them too.
Prayer: Dear Lord, please forgive me for being ashamed of your Word; fearful that others might see my Bible open. Help me today to choose to answer questions from the Bible rather than from my opinion. In Jesus' Name, Amen
You can read more of this Bible passage online - in English and other languages - share the Bible with your friends!
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