Daily Reflection with Fr Odeluyi. Topic: Abusing Gods Patience. Reading: Romans 2:4-5. Date: 21/08/2014. Have you ever ignored the press of conviction upon your heart? Maybe you rationalized your wrongdoing with the thought that if God were really upset, Hed put a stop to things by disciplining you. Psalm 50:21 reminds us that the silence of heaven does not mean approval. Remaining in sin is an abuse of the Lords patience. When God seems slow to react, we might hope Hes overlooking our transgressions--wed like to continue in sin because the momentary pleasure is more appealing than obedience. But thankfully, the Father knows our weaknesses, our innate carnality, and the state of our spiritual growth, and He therefore measures His response. Motivated by love and a desire to gently restore His children to righteousness, God refrains from doling out immediate punishment. Instead, He waits for the Holy Spirits proddings to impact the believers heart. The weight of conviction is actually an invitation to turn from wrongdoing and return to godliness. However, were a stubborn people. There are times when we persist in sin because the sentence against an evil deed isnt executed quickly (Eccl. 8:11). In this dangerous situa-tion, its possible to immerse ourselves in sin and harden our hearts against the Lord. Then the Holy Spirits call to repentance falls on spiritual ears rapidly going deaf. As we learn and understand more about God and His ways, we are increasingly responsible to live righteously. The Lord is not slow; Hes patient. Do not abuse His patience with callous disregard for His statutes. Repent and be holy in the sight of the Lord. Good morning.
Posted on: Thu, 21 Aug 2014 09:50:57 +0000
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