Grace To The Humble, Law To The Proud…

Being a Christian can be confusing at times. It can also be disheartening as well. Take for instance witnessing, speaking truth. When we speak truth there will be several reactions to it. First, people will oppose it, laugh at you, and try to make you feel stupid for believing it. Second, people will question it, either wanting to know more, or combating it with worldly logic. Lastly, there will be those who think they know it all, every answer, and think you don’t know what you’re talking about. These reactions can take you on an emotional rollercoaster ride. What we have to remember is this: people who realize they are sick need to be pointed towards the path that leads to a physician, where healing is possible. Those that think they are healthy (spiritually speaking) don’t need directions. The way you tell the difference, and helps determine your approach, is how they react when you present the truth. If they respond with pride and legalism, you present the law to them (to show them their sinful dilemma). If they react with humility, you extend grace to them, explaining the purpose of the gospel. Grace to the humble, law to the proud. It’s how Jesus did it. And it’s very effective. When people aren’t receptive, quote John 3:16, thank them for their time, and walk away. If they are receptive, preach the gospel, and extend God’s grace to them with an opportunity to pray and receive Jesus. Keep this practice in your mind and heart, and you’ll be less confused, irritated, and frustrated the next time you encounter an opportunity to be God’s hands and feet to a lost and dying world.

17 When Jesus heard this, He told them, “Healthy people don’t need a doctor–sick people do. I have come to call not those who think they are righteous, but those who know they are sinners.” Mark 2:17