November 24, 2015

Things should be simpler. We live in a complex world with complex issues, and clear and simple solutions seem rare. But, perhaps things are more complicated than they need be.

" 'MAKE READY THE WAY OF THE LORD, MAKE HIS PATH STRAIGHT. EVERY RAVINE WILL BE FILLED, AND EVERY MOUNTAIN AND HILL WILL BE BROUGHT LOW; THE CROOKED WILL BECOME STRAIGHT, AND THE ROUGH ROADS SMOOTH; AND ALL FLESH WILL SEE THE SALVATION OF GOD.' " (Luke 3.4-6)

A simple man with a simple message once appeared on the earthly scene. Essentially, his simple message was, "Get ready for One who is to come. Get right with His Father now, while you can. If you are sincere about your commitment, your life should evidence it ("bear fruit in keeping with repentance" Luke 3.8)."

Could it really be that simple? I am either on board with my Father, and His Son, or I am not? And, if I am, my life will evidence that commitment? Yes, it really is that simple. Religions and churches may clutter it all up with regulations and rituals, but the simple essential remains the same: love God with heart, mind, soul, and strength (Matthew 22.36-38). Love your neighbor as yourself (Matthew 22.39). Lay your life down in loving service and sacrifice to Christ who gave His all for you, and follow Him (Matthew 16.24-25).

So, we are either on board, or we are not. It's one or the either. It's that simple. Let's not complicate it and deceive ourselves and others. Let's "make straight" what He wants from us.

Are you on board?

Steve

©Steve Taylor, 2015
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