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THE FINAL AUTHORITY

“All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.”

2 Timothy 3: 16, 17 King James Version

I have received emails from people who wanted guidance and instructions about certain things in their life. I told all of these people to go to Jesus because He is the final Authority. The Bible is our blueprint for life. If we can’t find the answer to what is troubling us in the Bible, we need to turn to the only one who has the answer and His name is Jesus. Others can advise us but it is only their opinions.

Many people have asked me how they can know it is from Jesus. If we will keep our hearts in tune with Him, then we will be ready to receive from Him. That doesn’t mean that we are perfect. There is only one person who was ever perfect and His name is Jesus. We are to strive toward perfection but as long as we are in these earthly bodies, we will never be perfect.

The most important thing to remember is that if someone tells us something that does not line up with the word of God, then we need to be very cautious in taking their advice. We must confirm what they have told us with Jesus. He will either say the advice is good, or He will say do not listen to that advice. If we will keep our hearts and minds focused on Jesus, we will not only make Him happy, we will get in a lot less trouble.

If today you are struggling with an issue and can’t feel at peace about it in your heart, take it to Jesus and let Him be your final Authority. He is the answer for every problem and heartache that we have. He will be our guide if we will allow Him to lead us.

Joanne Lowe
November 10, 2006

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