The Law Is Not A Machete

Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, forbearance and patience, not realizing that God's kindness is intended to lead you to repentance? Romans 2:4

My title today is quote from Pastor Robert Morris of Gateway Church in Dallas, Texas. The law in the Bible is not meant to attack people with. Remember  the verse about “Let he who is without sin cast the first stone?” Laws are directives but God is always there with grace and forgiveness. 

Religion uses a machete but God’s love uses kindness. It is rather difficult to win people over to the Lord when you attack them and act like you are better than them. Screaming “you are going to Hell” not real effective either in my humble opinion. 

Remember everyone has sinned. God’s message is love and repentance. Put down the machete and put on prayer and a smile. 

PRAYER: The Don’t Do’s Of some churches screams louder than the message of love and forgiveness and freedom in Christ. Help use me to be a beacon of love and hope. In Jesus’ name. Amen.