Mission Accomplished
Be perfect. While this is a lofty goal that seems unattainable, it is attainable. We are to pursue God. And in that pursuit God will make us whole,,,perfect. Internal heart change will result in external change. The characteristics of the kingdom are mostly internal attitudes highlighted in the beatitudes. And the following passages about the antithesis of Mosaic law are ext renal actions. The internal attitudes are the foundation for the right external actions. Wilkins puts the connection like this: The poor in spirit do not think more highly of themselves than they should so they will not be inappropriately angry with or defame another person. Those who mourn over the sinfulness of this world will have an eternal perspective on relationships that will prevent them from lusting for another person other than their spouse. Those who are meek do not impose their will on other’s, so they will understand God’s purposes for marriage and will not seek to divorce. Those who hunger and thirst for righteousness do not need an oath to vouch for thier honesty but will always speak the truth. Th merciful do not retaliate, because they have been shown mercy and will in turn give mercy The pure in heart will love both friend and foe The peacemakers will love those who persecute them Those who are persecuted because of righteousness have entered the kingdom of heaven through the righteous gift of God and have received the promise and goal and enablement of continual growth in the righteous perfection of the Father. Our mission of salt and light in this world is accomplished through the impact of Jesus on our hearts. We are transformed into counter cultural warriors challenging the unsaved through moral acts of truth, commitment, service, and love. Join in the movement to save the world from the evil that destroys. Join Christ. Accept his love and accept the mission to save humanity. Introduce Jesus to everyone around...by word and deed...through the Character of the Kingdom...that is the mission...lets proclaim mission accomplished everyday... |