Hebrews 13:7-9
Remember your leaders who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.
Do not be carried away by all kinds of strange teaching. It is good to have our hearts strengthened by grace and not by foods, which do not benefit those who live by them.
Observation
The original disciples and those that came before us in faith must be remembered. The fact that they are no longer here should not cause anyone to lose faith. Jesus still lives and doesn't change, he never changes. What he taught when he was alive remains true today. Many people are coming along these days and saying they have the answer and leading people astray to false teachings. We must keep the faith and keep walking with Jesus.
Application
It is tempting to try out new ways of doing things to find help. Much of what people can find these days are "Spiritual Guidance" and I see young people today drawn into this thinking. It's a dangerous path as it doesn't incorporate Jesus, but our own will and our own spirituality and how we relate to the "universe". Being "spiritual" doesn't necessary mean it's a good thing. Jesus is the light and the way and the truth. Without Jesus we can be toying with the "spiritual" that is dangerous and evil.
We are always looking for the quick and easy fix and being a Christian, being a follower of Jesus is many times not a quick and easy fix for what we have to suffer through in life, matter of fact, sometimes we are called to suffer.
Prayer
My Lord, Jesus Christ, forgive my sins and save me from the fires of hell. I plead for your guidance, your truth and your way. I plead for your help in ensuring I keep my faith in you. I am weak and always looking for the easy way. I beg you to forgive my wretchedness and weakness and I ask to draw upon your strength to take the right path even if it's the hard path. I love you Lord and all that You do. Amen.
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