The First Rule Of Understanding Scripture

 

Today's verse is John 7:17

If any man will do his will, he shall know of the doctrine, whether it be of God, or whether I speak of myself. 

    There are three things that must be fulfilled before one can understand God’s Word. The first, there must be a willingness of mind! Notice the promise above, that if any be willing to do God’s will, God shall (promise) show him the doctrine. (In this case, whether Christ is of God, or doing his own thing.) Does not God tell us that he rewards those that diligently seek him? So, if you are having trouble with understanding a passage of God’s Word, First, examine yourself, and see if you are truly willing to know and do what your loving Father in heaven wants of you. Amen. (And yes, I have not mentioned the other two, though there is a hint to the second.)

To God be the Glory

Scott

Today’s reading is Exodus 28, John 7, Proverbs 2, Galatians 3

Tomorrow’s reading will be Exodus 29, John 8, Proverbs 5, Galatians 4