Question Of The Day Q. In the case of Lots wife, I assumed that when she was pulled out of Sodom and Gomorrah with Lot and the family they were saved because they were found righteous to be spared. If thats so, why would she be turned to the pillar of salt just for looking behind. I realize she didnt follow the directions to not look back, but I dont understand why she was punished like that. Its like how were saved and we still disobey on occasion but were still saved from the wrath. So why wasnt she? A. Remember, Gods only promise to Abraham was that He would withhold the judgment for the sake of 10 righteous people (Genesis 18:32). Beyond that, He wasnt obligated to save anyone. From 2 Peter 2:7 we learn that only Lot was considered righteous among the people of Sodom. God remembered His conversation with Abraham and brought Lot out of the city even though He hadnt promised that He would (Genesis 19:29). His family was allowed to accompany him as an act of Gods mercy (Genesis 19:16). The problem with Lots wife wasnt just that she disobeyed the angels instructions. By looking back she revealed her regret at having to leave Sodom even though she knew God had scheduled it for destruction. Sad to say, many believers feel this way today. They are more excited about whats going on in their current life than they are about what will soon be going on in their next life. Therefore, they are not longing for the rapture of the Church even though they know God has scheduled this world for destruction. The difference between Lots wife and todays reluctant believers is that Jesus died for this sin as well as all their others, and even though they really dont want to leave, when He comes for the Church He will take them along with the rest of us. Thats the difference the cross has made. When they get to the Bema Seat judgment in Heaven they will discover theyve disqualified themselves from receiving the crown of righteousness which the Lord will award to those who have longed for His appearing (2 Tim. 4:8). But unlike Lots wife, at least theyll be there.
Posted on: Sat, 27 Sep 2014 14:00:00 +0000
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