Outward and Inward

Outward and Inward

As a Christian, we need to pay close attention to how Paul is describing the Jews who have been circumcised, but do not follow the law. That is the equivalent of a Christian who claims to have accepted Christ’s sacrifice for the forgiveness of their sin and are baptized, yet continue to live a disobedient life. 

In a real sense, it could be said that a person is not a Christian who is one only outwardly!

We are to live a life in which our outward appearance as a Christian is bolstered by our inward desire to remain obedient to the Father through Jesus Christ by the power of the Holy Spirit. 

Living a double life hurts your witness. Trust me! I know from personal experience. And if you’re anything like me, that double life eats away at you. If it doesn’t, you have a very serious problem. 

Take time to sit with God today. Ask Him to point out any hypocrisy in your life. When He does, repent. Here’s today’s Bible verse. Enjoy. 

Romans 2:28-29

28 A person is not a Jew who is one only outwardly, nor is circumcision merely outward and physical. 29 No, a person is a Jew who is one inwardly; and circumcision is circumcision of the heart, by the Spirit, not by the written code. Such a person’s praise is not from other people, but from God.

Today’s Readings:

Romans 2:25-3:8; Psalms 11; Proverbs 19:10-12