Standing Firm In Love

Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love.
1 Corinthians 16:13-14 ESV
http://bible.com/59/1co.16.13-14.ESV

As a member of society, we have a clear understanding of what is expected of us. There are a set of guidelines to live by called laws, when we step outside of those boundaries were have consequences. As a Christian, we many times search for the same type of boundaries or set of laws. However we have been delivered from the law. We don't have a clear set of do's & don'ts. Instead we have the Holy Spirit living inside us. We are guided by the very spirit of God to act and behave in a way that is pleasing to him. When we step outside of these invisible barriers, it is called sin. I know I'm sinning before anyone else in the whole world. God let's me know right away. He doesn't need you to tell him or anybody else. Once I'm aware of sin it is my responsibility to repent. Thanks be to God, that his mercy and grace are made fresh for me each day!

As the Corinthians awaited Paul's next visit, they were directed to (1) be on their guard against spiritual dangers, (2) stand firm in the faith, (3) behave courageously, (4) be strong, and (5) do everything with kindness and in love. Today, as we wait for the return of Christ, we should follow the same instructions.

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