Today’s passage aligns with Pastor Mary’s sermon from yesterday about “LISTENING” to God. The writer of Hebrews is speaking to believers, and the message is meant to be an encouragement so that we cling to Christ, especially during difficult times. But you and I cannot miss it, this message is meant to be spread to non-believers. Each one of us are a container of the Holy Spirit and we are called to spread Christ’s message of love. Think about it, if you and I spend more time in God’s Word, allowing Him to “preach and teach” us, as we really “listen” to His voice, then our souls (our minds, wills, and emotions) will begin to align with Him and shift away from this world. We will not feel the need to be pushy in the way that we “preach and teach” others. No, if we are really listening to God voice, and allowing Him to operate in our lives, we should exude Christ and His message of pure love in all that we do and speak. If that’s happening, it’s a very practical ways for non-believers to witness the love of Christ and to want more of Him and His love in their own lives.
Hebrews 2:1-4 (NLT)
A Warning against Drifting Away
1 So we must listen very carefully to the truth we have heard, or we may drift away from it. 2 For the message God delivered through angels has always stood firm, and every violation of the law and every act of disobedience was punished. 3 So what makes us think we can escape if we ignore this great salvation that was first announced by the Lord Jesus himself and then delivered to us by those who heard him speak? 4 And God confirmed the message by giving signs and wonders and various miracles and gifts of the Holy Spirit whenever he chose.
Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for speaking clearly into my life. Please forgive me for quieting Your voice with my own soul’s earthly desires. Help me, Holy Spirit, to be One with You and the plan that You have for my life so that I may reflect Your love for others. I want hearts to want You, Jesus, and I am grateful that You allow me to be a part of that process for the good of Your Kingdom. I ask all of this in Your Holy Name, Jesus. Amen.