NOV 25

Colossians 3:6
Memorise Colossians 3:6
“…the children of disobedience…”

Colossians 3:6 reads “For which things’ sake the wrath of God cometh on the children of disobedience.” Paul tells us all the sins of the preceding verse stem from the rebellious nature of man that cannot help but disobey the laws of God. They are not God’s children, and are thus called the children of disobedience. For having such earthly affections, God is angry and will punish these sinners according to His wrath. Paul mentions this judgment to the believing Christians of Colossae as a stern warning to them that they must never turn back to these earthly affections. In effect he is saying, don’t admire these worldly lovers of pleasure and do not allow your body to be tempted to follow their ways, for they will one day have to face up to the consequence of their sin. The wrath of God is a fearsome thing, and certainly not something anyone would like to trifle with!

Dear teen, are you sometimes tempted to admire the people of the world, and the apparent freedom that they have to indulge in the pleasures of the flesh? Do we find their dressing ‘cool’, and their lifestyle choices enviable? With the mass proliferation of social media like Facebook, Snapchat, and Instagram we are exposed to so much temptation, even from our friends and peers, to be like the world and less like Christ. Do you sometimes wish that you did not have so many rules and guidelines to follow, just because you are a Christian? Yes, the majority of the world does not know God nor obey His Word. But just because everyone does it, does not make it right, nor does it make it acceptable to God. If you fear God, you must never mimic, nor even admire the children of disobedience. Realise that their end, is one that is not enviable at all, for God has promised that He will bring His vengeance on these ungodly people. It is best to mortify your body, and look away if you happen to see any examples of earthly affection, rather than examine the videos or pictures in wonder and allow it to turn to admiration.

Thought: Who do I admire?
Prayer: May I be taught to admire the godly only, never the ungodly.