In the history of Israel there is a group the Bible labels the “Faithful Remnant.” They are that small group out of the nation of Israel who lived in faith and obedience. My theory is that God’s promises are limited to that group. We see the same kind of thing going on after the cross. Everyone who shows up for church or gets their name on the membership role will not be in the book of life.
The odds, if it were a game of chance, are not good.
The resent Holdout Juror reminds me of this ratio. It reminds me that the number of people who are willing to stand up for righteousness is a small percentage. It also reminds me that they exist. We should be sad about the first and rejoice about the second.
When you are hauled before the tribunals of Satan pray that there will be a key individual who lives in the remnant. If you are ever on a jury remember that there is no guarantee that the judge is on the side of justice and your fellow jurors may be living in Unicorn land.
homo unius libri
Welcome to Varied Expressions of Worship
Welcome to Varied Expressions of Worship
This blog will be written from an orthodox Christian point of view. There may be some topic that is out of bounds, but at present I don't know what it will be. Politics is a part of life. Theology and philosophy are disciplines that we all participate in even if we don't think so. The Bible has a lot to say about economics. How about self defense? Is war ethical? Think of all the things that someone tells you we should not touch and let's give it a try. Everything that is a part of life should be an expression of worship.
Keep it courteous and be kind to those less blessed than you, but by all means don't worry about agreeing. We learn more when we get backed into a corner.
This blog will be written from an orthodox Christian point of view. There may be some topic that is out of bounds, but at present I don't know what it will be. Politics is a part of life. Theology and philosophy are disciplines that we all participate in even if we don't think so. The Bible has a lot to say about economics. How about self defense? Is war ethical? Think of all the things that someone tells you we should not touch and let's give it a try. Everything that is a part of life should be an expression of worship.
Keep it courteous and be kind to those less blessed than you, but by all means don't worry about agreeing. We learn more when we get backed into a corner.
Opus 2026-410: Remnant Ratio
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Praise the Lord for who are willing to take the right stand! Narrow is the gate.
ReplyDeleteOne of my prayers is that I see the chance when it is presented. I don't know how many times I have looked back and wished I had said something different.
ReplyDeleteGrace and peace