Wednesday, June 26 - Romans 1

SO SMART 

²¹ For although they knew God, they neither glorified him as God nor gave thanks to him, but their thinking became futile and their foolish hearts were darkened. ²² Although they claimed to be wise, they became fools ²³ and exchanged the glory of the immortal God for images made to look like a mortal human being and birds and animals and reptiles.

   We live, arguably, in the most intellectually advanced culture in the history of the world.  Every day, it seems, there are new inventions and innovations so as to make our lives easier and more entertaining.

  Unfortunately, it also seems that the more we advance in our abilities the more we become self-reliant and prideful.  And, the consequent result, is that our culture is fast beginning to believe it doesn't need a God. 

   Yet also apparent is the emptiness of materialism and the void found in the lives of all who build their foundation on transient things.  All you have to do is look at Hollywood to see the unhappy lives of those who have "everything" but lack the relationship with the God who can bring meaning and purpose.

   Did you realize that you have the power to enact change in this dark world?  That's right.  Because you are one of His disciples, you are called to share the Good News -- which simply means to "tell everyone what He has done."   Please consider taking the time to

    1)   Pray for all those who do not have a relationship with God through Christ.
    2)   Tell your friends, neighbors, coworkers about the reason for the hope that is in you.
    3)   Invite those who are going through a time of crisis or darkness to hear the word of God

   And always remember that you are dependent on Him -- that He is the source of your life and hope.