Principles from scripture can essentially be as a prophetic utterance in a general sense. We can be certain to reap what we sow; and the concept of blessings and curses in Deuteronomy; for instance are pretty accurate as to the outcome when one either obeys or disobeys the commandments of God.
As to the eventual outcome and eternal destinies of individuals; and the method and timing of God's response to our actions of course is beyond our scope of understanding. We need also to separate what was Old Testament ceremonial law; as well as the day of the Sabbath as to what is now our standard; that the Son of Man is now Lord of the Sabbath. The general admonitions as to wisdom or lack thereof certainly is relevant to every man alive.
If there is a Word of Knowledge; as I have stated previously it is likely not to be something appealing to the crowds. YOU ARE THE MAN isn't exactly what many want to hear (especially leadership in churches) but if there were more of that it would help to bring back the fear of God which is so often missing today in what is supposed to be the house of God where His Spirit is present. Exhortation; rebuke and the like with the principle that "open rebuke is better than hidden love" is a lost art today it seems; can't remember the last time I saw it applied.
The reason for my preceding paragraphs therefore; is to show that the promises of God don't have any shortcuts; as all good gifts from God must be brought when deemed ready in our lives. Jesus states; for instance that if we can't be trusted with earthly treasure then how can we with heavenly? Today; it seems wisdom is also in large part missing; and that is apparent particularly with those who are seeking to take on leadership roles in churches. Elders should ensure that the sheep are fed and that wolves don't enter in. If we are given what we want such as Saul as a King it is not the way we should want to see our petitions answered.
Principles from scripture can essentially be as a prophetic utterance in a general sense. We can be certain to reap what we sow; and the concept of blessings and curses in Deuteronomy; for instance are pretty accurate as to the outcome when one either obeys or disobeys the commandments of God.
As to the eventual outcome and eternal destinies of individuals; and the method and timing of God's response to our actions of course is beyond our scope of understanding. We need also to separate what was Old Testament ceremonial law; as well as the day of the Sabbath as to what is now our standard; that the Son of Man is now Lord of the Sabbath. The general admonitions as to wisdom or lack thereof certainly is relevant to every man alive.
If there is a Word of Knowledge; as I have stated previously it is likely not to be something appealing to the crowds. YOU ARE THE MAN isn't exactly what many want to hear (especially leadership in churches) but if there were more of that it would help to bring back the fear of God which is so often missing today in what is supposed to be the house of God where His Spirit is present. Exhortation; rebuke and the like with the principle that "open rebuke is better than hidden love" is a lost art today it seems; can't remember the last time I saw it applied.
The reason for my preceding paragraphs therefore; is to show that the promises of God don't have any shortcuts; as all good gifts from God must be brought when deemed ready in our lives. Jesus states; for instance that if we can't be trusted with earthly treasure then how can we with heavenly? Today; it seems wisdom is also in large part missing; and that is apparent particularly with those who are seeking to take on leadership roles in churches. Elders should ensure that the sheep are fed and that wolves don't enter in. If we are given what we want such as Saul as a King it is not the way we should want to see our petitions answered.
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