Sunday After-Words

"TRANSFORMERS: Most will destroy us; some will rescue us."  That was yesterday's message title.

The message focused primarily on our need to be in the process of being transformed by God’s Word, His Spirit, and those whose transforming lives encourage and challenge us toward further transformation.  If we deliberately and consistently follow this course we will experience transformation into true Christ-likeness.  We were encouraged to fix our eyes on Jesus and determine to run toward Him along with others who are also passionate about becoming like Him.  

The phrase “Most will destroy us” applies to the transformative power of those influences which encourage us toward taking life easier, following the path of least resistance, and listening to the voices which tell us “we deserve it”.  Its various transformative messages include such things as the following:

     “Do what you feel like doing.  It’s easier to get forgiveness than permission.”

     “Don’t make commitments to serve because you need more time for yourself.” 

     “Give in to your kids on whatever they want so you don’t have to be the ‘bad guy’ or deal with their displeasure.”

     “Spend on yourself first, and give to God from whatever is left.  He’s responsible to see you have plenty for both.”

     “Church should be convenient, entertaining, and helpful for keeping a positive attitude.  It’s supposed to be a blessing to me, not a place where I sacrifice to serve others or where others challenge the way I think and act.”

These messages and others like them are “transformers” that are active in our world and can destroy us.  We need to watch out for the bad ones while we seek out the good ones.