June 3, 2012 (Proverbs 25-27; Romans 15)
From the Life Journal of Adam Proux:
Scripture: “If the godly give in to the wicked, it’s like polluting a fountain or muddying a spring.” Proverbs 25:26 NLT
Observation: Solomon is speaking of the importance of standing strong in the Lord. At times we will suffer abuse and be ridiculed for our standard of living. We must remember the damage that will be done if we pollute ourselves with worldly living. The godly must choose to serve the Lord, whatever happens. We must be committed to conduct ourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ, whatever happens. We must be determined to place our faith in Christ, put our hands to the plow, and not look back. The godly are springs of life that refresh the souls of men in a dry and weary desert land.
Application: When the godly give in to the wicked you get a scene much like many churches today. There is so much worldliness mixed in that you cannot tell where the world stops and the church begins. Rock concerts and Worship services are hard to tell apart these days. Most churches have more money invested in lights, cameras and entertainment equipment than anything else. Could it be that the godly have given in to the wicked? Could it be that the results we see today are caused from the godly giving in to the wicked? I sure think so. Our fountains are polluted and our springs are mud filled. The godly must repent and be cleansed from the wickedness of sin so that we can once again become the spring of refreshment the lost need and their souls long for.
Prayer: Dear Lord, thank You for Your mercy and grace that provide and protect me every day. Thank You for Your word that speaks truth to my soul. Thank You for the godly instruction that teaches me how to live in such troubled times. Strengthen me to become the man You desire for me to be. Keep me from compromising with the wicked and polluting the spring of life You have filled me with, in Jesus name, Amen!