majestic, and full of splendor: breathtaking! Here is what I saw of
him in Galatians 6:1-2,
"Brothers, if someone is caught in a sin, you who are spiritual should
restore him gently. But watch yourself, or you also may be tempted.
Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law
of Christ."
As Paul has made his point that believers are no longer to be under
the law, the issue of the behavior of the believer, morality and
spiritual pursuit has had to be addressed. Paul does so and speaks of
the activity of the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer in chapter
five.
Beyond this, Paul here speaks of the contingency of a believer getting
caught up in sin. He says that we are to "Carry each other's burdens,
and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." The law of Christ
is that we love one another. Here, in a beautiful expression of
responsibility toward other believers, we are told to carry one
another when sin takes place within the camp. We are to encourage, to
love, to confront, and to be there to help when a brother or sister is
caught up in sin. Where all too often a judgmental resentment of those
who struggle in some weak area is expressed (along with the
condemnation and gossip), love and a concern for a struggling family
member that promps loving action ought to prevail. How wonderful it is
when Paul's teaching is lived out.
As I think about what is expressed here, it brings to my mind the
wonderful beauty of what it means to be a member of the family of God.
We are asked to carry one another in our weaknesses!
Anything of the Lord capture your heart from Scripture today? Share
your thoughts of worship with us from your Bible reading today. We'd
love to hear from you!
Trevor Fisk
trevor.fisk@gmail.com
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