"Everyone has heard about your obedience, so I am full of joy over you; but I want you to be wise about what is good, and innocent about what is evil." -- Romans 16:19
The pursuit of knowledge can be
quite profitable. This fall classes will be filled with students seeking an
education in preparation for a career. While these studies can be good, there
are some college experiences that would be best avoided. Some students will
graduate wise in what is good, but others will not be so wise.
Paul was very well educated. His
writings and testimony reveal great insight and understanding in many areas.
But he saw the need to be discerning in our pursuit of knowledge. With only so
much time and too much to learn, Paul directs us to be "wise about what is
good, and innocent about what is evil"
Knowing all about evil will never
improve our ability to deal with temptation. Being wise about what is good will
deepen our walk with God and strengthen our resolve against sin. Choose your
reading and media carefully my friend. Someone wisely said, "You are what
you read.
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