Event: The Council at Jerusalem – James’s comments
S - Scripture
Acts 15 v. 20 But should write to them to abstain from the pollutants of idols and from unchasity.
O – Observation
Getting back to the basics - part II. Yesterday we talked about encouragement vs. judgment. Today, this verse points out two key basics, foundations of a Christian life. 1) Have NO other God but Jesus. This is the first commandment. Exodus 20 v.5 explains the importance of the first commandment. "You shall not bow down to them (idols) or serve them; for I the Lord your God am a JEALOUS God." He later on states that he will punish those that didn't put him first and provide steadfast love for those that do. 2) Unchasity. Sexual sins. This is very dangerous as well. 1 Corinthians 6 v. 18-19, "Shun immorality. Every other sin which a man commits is outside the body! But the immoral man sin against his own body. Do you not know that your body is a Temple of the Holy Spirit within you which you have from God? You are not your own." This verse gives great insight to the issues of sexual sin. In the end it’s all about placing God first and only.
A - Application
Am I placing God first in my life? Is he my only thing?
P - Prayer
Jesus, Don't let me get distracted, help me to always have you first. Love Will
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