SYMPATHY WITH GOD (PART TWO) When he heard these words, Ananias dropped dead, and a great fear came on all who heard.—Acts 5:5 The sin Ananias and Sapphira committed was not stinginess or holding back part of the money — it was their choice whether or not to sell the land and how much to give. Their sin was lying to God and Gods people — saying they gave the whole amount but holding back some for themselves and trying to make themselves appear more generous than they really were. This act was judged harshly because dishonesty, greed, and covetousness are destructive in a church, preventing the Holy Spirit from working effectively. All lying is bad, but when we lie to try to deceive God and his people about our relationship with him, we destroy our testimony about Christ. Many times the sin of one Christian has a devastating effect on others. At times, God chooses to judge someones sin severely, as a deterrent for others. Dont try to protect someone from the judgment of God. It is a terrifying thing to fall under His judgment (Heb. 10:31). Yet His judgment on one may ultimately save that person and many others. When God is judging others, take heed and examine your own life. God knows what is at stake; He loves His children enough to provide a stark warning of sins dangers.SHALOM
Posted on: Tue, 30 Sep 2014 06:15:09 +0000
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