Stand up for the truth

"Preach God's message…even if it isn't the
popular thing to do." 2Ti 4:2 CEV

Paul describes our generation: "People won't listen to
good teaching. Instead, they will look for teachers who
will please them by telling them only what they are
itching to hear" (v. 3 CEV). Popular thinking says,
"Tickle my ears, but don't step on my toes!" Sadly, we
have also lived to see many Christians get caught up
in political correctness. Political correctness dictates
we should avoid saying anything that offends others,
especially when it comes to God's Word. Count on it:
Christ's virgin birth, His miraculous power, His sinless
life, His death, burial, resurrection, soon return, and
the truth that salvation comes only through Him will
offend some people. The mention of a hell for
unbelievers, a heaven for believers, the absolute
authoritv of Scripture, biblical mandates concerning
sex, marriage, parenting, and the sanctity of human
life are guaranteed to bring a backlash from the
politicallv correct. Where does God expect us to stand
in such a culture? On the truth! Jesus often offended
His hearers, including those who claimed to be His
disciples (See Jn 6:66). Recognizing that young
Timothy would face rejection and ridicule from some
of his hearers, Paul told him, "Preach God's message.
Do it willingly, even if it isn't the popular thing to do.
You must correct people and point out their sins."
We're not called to be popular: we're told, "Be my
witnesses, telling people about me everywhere" (Ac
1:8 NLT). God's Word will aggravate some and liberate
others-so be it! (See Jn 8:32.) You must never be
arrogant or offensive, but you must always stand up
for the truth of God's Word.

Send us Fan Mail

Support the show

Changing Lives | Building Strong Family | Impacting Our Community For Jesus Christ!