Tuesday; December 6
Does it seem like religion has become too complicated? One criticism I often hear is that there are too many factions in “Christianity”; but, there is something else that seems to trouble me. I believe that we have made Christianity too complex. Now, I realize that mankind can never fully comprehend the depth of the mind and workings of God; but, I also understand that we can make things more difficult than they should be. Centuries of study and commentary have tended to muddy the waters when it comes to the essence of spiritual living. From the beginning Jesus highlighted the simplicity of His movement: love your God and love your fellow man. By being obedient to the King and kind to our neighbors, we are able to be pleasing to God and uplifting to each other. While we should all seek to gain a deeper understanding of our spiritual lives, let’s never overlook the true spirit of discipleship. Let’s keep in mind the message of Paul who said, “May the Lord direct your hearts into