Saturday, August 28, 2010

This Post Is Not about Greek at All

The reason why 1 Corinthians Chapter 13 is between Chapters 12 & 14 just dropped out of the Sky today; it was crystal clear to me. Over time I have come to know this as the Voice of the Lord. This crisp "aha" moment that just explains everything.

I always thought Chapter 13 was so boring sandwiched inbetween those super exciting Chapters, 12 & 14. Chapters 12 & 14 deal with the gifts of the Holy Spirit, miracles, healings, tongues, prophecy, all the good stuff. I've been a participant in that excitement for years now; but sadly, I haven't seen it impact the lost. What's missing?

The Love! If we serve up the gifts on a vehicle of love, we will win every time! Who can refuse Love? Who will make fun of you after they feel the Love of God coming out of you towards them? Not too many people.

We will succeed in our attepts to evangelize the world when we use the Gifts of the Spirit in the Love of God. And that's why Chapter 13 sits between 12 &14. Love is the proper administrator of the supernatural and needs to sit between the Body and the Gifts as umpire.

Love you guys xxxooo