The Grands Letter

Dear Grands,

Galatians 6:7-10, “Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows,

this he will also reap.

8 For the one who sows to his own flesh shall from the flesh reap corruption, but the one

who sows to the Spirit shall from the Spirit reap eternal life.

9 And let us not lose heart in doing good, for in due time we shall reap if we do not grow

weary.

10 So then, while we have opportunity, let us do good to all men, and especially to those

who are of the household of the faith.”

Just in case you handn’t noticed, let me tell you that there is a lot of deception in the world! Virtually all types of advertisements are in som way deceptive. Oh, they offer the world, but in the fine print (if you read it) you learn exactly what you’re up against. The deception of which Paul speaks, however, is focused on man’s attempt to deceive the LORD.

Did you ever make a vow (a promise or a pledge) to the LORD and then not keep it? Well, you didn’t fool the LORD! He has His own way of “returning the favor.” And that is never pleasant. However, if you obey the Holy Spirit, He will give you the guarantee of eternal life.

“But it’s difficult,” you say. “My friends are doing things that I know are not right, and I don’t want look like a ‘goodie two-shoes’ in front of them.” Oh, really? You haven’t grown up spiritually, have you? Are the “things” they do and say –things you know to be wrong – are they of greater value to you than the LORD is? Do you think being embarrassed in front of your friends for abstaining from their way of life is more important than being embarrassed before God for partaking of ungodliness?

Don’t let what others think or say carry so much weight in your thinking! Just do what is right in God’s eyes, and don’t allow yourself to worry about what others think or say. Remember that just as a farmer reaps what he sows, you reap what you sow, as well.

Every encounter with someone gives you the opportunity to either influence him for Christ or fall prey to his influence upon you. Just practice doing what is right in God’s eyes! Don’t worry about what others think! They may judge you for not doing what they do. But, God will judge you for not following His instructions. Who is more powerful? Whose judgment is more vital? Whom do you love more?

Look for opportunities to do good, to show love and compassion. Of special concern are other believers. The LORD is concerned for all of His people. When we show concern for them, He shows more concern for us. Who do you know than needs to observe and receive your genuine concern? Do it! You’ll be glad that you did. God bless you!

Heartily in Christ Jesus,

(Dado III)

Gene L. Jeffries, Th.D.

Springdale, Arkansas 72764

United States of America

“We never know that God is all we need

until He becomes all that we have.”