Monday, March 30, 2015

COMMON

There are those who believe in the theology of common grace.

The problem with this idea is that grace is hardly common.

And yet, a form of it is expressed in Matthew 5 where it is revealed that God sends rain on the just and the unjust side by side.

He looks down at humanity and blesses His sons and daughters who love and serve Him.  He even blesses His enemies who scorn Him.

How often have you seen somebody living in opposition to God's principles get what looks like amazing blessing?

They get the same sunrise you do - the same beautiful world you do - they get great kids - financial security - prosperity - a nice home - God blesses and blesses and blesses and blesses - He gives and gives and gives and gives - even to people who rebel.

That's how God treats His enemies.  That's what He is like.

And that's how we're called to respond to those who hate us -- like God.

And be blessed.

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