‘The disputations of the doctors do not commend it (i.e. truth) to the world so much as the death of the martyrs; and therefore, though you cannot dispute for the truth, yet you should die for the truth . . .’ Nevertheless, while most Christians are not called to martyrdom for the truth, all are called to live the truth and defend it as God gives opportunity and ability. Thus since ‘we wrestle not against flesh and blood . . .’ [Eph 6.12], we do well to make every preparation possible to contend well. ‘And if a man also strive (or “contend”), for masteries, yet is he not crowned, except he strive lawfully’ [II Tim 2.5]. ‘It is the duty and wisdom of Christians to observe directions for their spiritual conflict. Who contends with a potent adversary without considering how to encounter him?’ ....Im broken hearted for this statement. Many men will not stand-- I myself knowing the pain of waver. And others, are valiant for truth, but know not the compassionate and patient means of warfare. It seems to me the warrior of God takes more blows than he delivers-- yet the wounds inflicted by the solider for truth are with precision and wisdom, and cut to the quick; causing the most effect. This is a good read.
Posted on: Sun, 24 Nov 2013 23:20:54 +0000
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