Perfect in Christ
Him (Jesus) we preach, warning every man and teaching every man in all wisdom, that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus. (Colossians 1:28) We must never tire of preaching the Gospel, and warning men and women of death and hell that awaits those who reject Jesus. Some are saved by the Word's sweet encouragement and promises, and some are snatched from the fire while barely escaping the flames. Either way, we must go, and we must preach. Men will hate us, because our words sting with conviction; but some will hear gladly, confess their sins, repent, and turn from death to life. Only God knows who's who, and we are to preach whether we see anyone or anything change. It is God's business to save and our business to preach. Beware of the temptation to appeal to people by serving their needs and softening the message of salvation. If acceptance is important to us, we will become traitors to Jesus every time, and we will present ourselves and our goodness as God...