Then Are Ye Truly My Disciple
There are, and have been in times before, many enemies of the Bible and the way of Christ. The Bible makes it clear just who these enemies are that care nothing for Christianity. There are many followers of Christ with great faith and love, and the Bible makes it just as clear who these faithful ones are, walking in the steps of their Lord. Jesus said: “If ye abide in my word, then are ye truly my disciples.” (Jno.8:31). How is it known, if I am truly His disciple? Also, to be a true disciple of His, three things are a must: “ denying self, Taking up your cross, and following Him!” (Matt.16:24).
The true disciple will abide by the word to PRAY ! May we always abide in this glorious commandment and high honor. In fact the word declares that we must “pray without ceasing”. (1Thess.5:17). This will call for us to pray for our enemies, as noted in (Matt.5:44). These may be people who curse us, or hate us, and despitefully use us. It will also be those who would lead souls astray by the teaching of error. (Phil.3:16-19). There is not a person upon the earth of whom we are not to pray for. (1 Tim.2:1-2).
The true disciple will abide by the word to TEACH ! This is as important in being a disciple as praying, loving and being humble. Failure here will bring about sharp rebuke by His word. (Matt.20:6). The Bible still reads “Go ye into all the world and preach the Gospel to every creature.” (Mk.16:15). Let us make sure we are truly His and teach others.
The true disciple will abide by the word to ATTEND the services of the church! The word continues to read “Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together….” (Heb.10:25). The love of our heart tells on us in loud tones when this commandment is void in our life. Yet many, far too many, seem to pay little to no attention of this matter at all. Why? Their heart is not right, and they are not a true disciple of Christ. Amen.
. . . . Fred House