Jenna and I are embarking on a journey through a selection of books in the bible including Galatians, Ephesians, Philipians, Colossians, and Corinthians. Today we discussed Galatians chapter 1.
In sharing what verse stuck out to us most, we were both strongly drawn to the following one: “Am I now seeking the favor of men, or of God? Or am I trying to please men? If I were still pleasing men, I should not be a servant of Christ.”
After reading that particular verse, some questions surfaced to my mind. Whose favor am I seeking? When God calls me to something do I run off to tell others? (i.e. “Hey, this is what God is telling me to do, what do you think?”) I feel that these days society makes us so insecure that we are geared to seek approval from others. Sometimes we may even do it subconsciously. Even though we don’t approach the person directly or talk to them often, we may still have them in our minds and perform according to what we feel they think may be good. A few weeks ago I heard a similar message on the radio about seeking the approval of others and trying to be “perfect” in their eyes. However, when we cease to seek perfections—we cast out all fear and live.
Jenna shared about another verse in the chapter that read: “…there are some who confuse you and want to pervert the gospel of Christ.” The devil seems to be luring his head much more lately and constantly telling us lies that we too often accept or find it easy to agree with. He makes things simple for us or convinces that certain things are simple, that sex, drugs, getting into a drunk stupor.. is “no big deal” These are all lies. This is the false gospel. The one that confuses and conceals the truth which we as believers are called to share with others. As Jenna stated, we must be bold and stand up for TRUTH=the gospel.
Tune in for next time!
