When it comes to spiritual matters, many tend to walk through life like an ostrich with their heads in the sand, believing they should not be blamed for their ignorance. The modern philosophy is to believe that no matter what you believe or do, it is okay! But how can a real Christian, not just one who makes a profession, believe that? Inspiration reveals the opposite.
“A special signal was first given by the trumpeters to call the attention of the people. Then all were to be attentive and obey the certain sound of the trumpets. There was no confusion of sound in the voices of the trumpets, therefore there was no excuse for confusion in movements. The head officer over each company gave definite directions in regard to the movements they were required to make. None who gave attention were left in ignorance of what they ought to do. If any failed to comply with the requirements God gave to Moses, and Moses to the people, they were punished with death. They had no excuse to offer that they knew not the nature of these requirements, for they would only prove themselves willingly ignorant, and would receive just punishment for their transgression. If they did not know the will of God concerning them, it was their own fault. They had all the opportunity of knowing that others had, therefore their sin was regarded by the Lord the same as if they did hear and then transgressed.” The Signs of the Times, July 29, 1880.
The high points of this statement are:
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- There was no confusion of sound in the voices of the trumpets.
- There was no excuse for confusion in movements.
- None who gave attention were left in ignorance of what they ought to do.
- If any failed to comply with the requirements God gave they were punished with death.
- They had no excuse to offer that they knew not the nature of these requirements, for they would only prove themselves willingly ignorant and receive just punishment for their transgression.
- If they did not know the will of God concerning them, it was their own fault.
- They had all the opportunity of knowing, that others had.
- Their sin was regarded by the Lord the same as if they did hear and then transgressed.
The “you’re okay, I’m okay” syndrome does not fit into the Christian life. God’s word sounds the trumpet revealing both what is and is not okay. Do not be soothed to death by the devil; reach out to God right now and listen for His voice through His word to direct your path.
O Father, Your Word clearly tells me that I am not okay and that I need Jesus. Thank you for sending your only Son to show me the way, and I ask in His name that my heart be cleansed that I may walk with Thee. Open my ears heavenward so that I can discern the false and know Your voice only. Save me Lord from the devil’s lies. Amen.