Eternal consequences...
Wisdom of Sirach 32:14-17 LXX
The man who fears the Lord will receive instruction,
And those who rise early will find His approval.
He who seeks the Law will be filled with it,
But the hypocrite will be made to stumble by it.
Those who fear the Lord will discover judgment,
And like the light they will kindle righteous deeds.
A sinful man will turn aside correction
And find a rationalization according to his will.
Personal Challenge...
Godliness, righteousness, growing in the image of Christ, all take aggressive, focused work. It all begins with a healthy fear and respect of the Lord and is followed by a life consumed by the pursuit of God and His precepts. These works are not what save us, but are the result of being saved. The rewards have eternal consequences.
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