+DEV+ By Grace: An Irrevocable Word [21 of 27]

Date: April 4, 2013 11:02 PM
Topic: +DEV+  By Grace: An Irrevocable Word [21 of 27]

By Grace: An Irrevocable Word [21 of 27]

"Turn to me and be saved, all you ends of the earth; for I am God, and there is no other. By myself I have sworn, my mouth has uttered... a word that will not be revoked..." (Isaiah 45:22-23a)
Scripture Focus: Isaiah 45:13-25

One of the watchwords of today's politically correct society is "tolerance." Formerly the word meant being forbearing and patient with those who disagree, allowing others the faith of their choosing without interference. Today, however, "Tolerance" has come to mean “Equality." Many condemn Christianity as being "too exclusive," in that it claims to be the only way to the true God (see John 14:6). They claim that all religions are equally true; we must be tolerant.

Nothing could be further from the truth! Biblical Christianity is not exclusive, but all-inclusive. It is the only true faith. In today's verse, Yahweh claims to be the only God, yet invites everyone to come and be saved. To guide the way, He has given the world a word of integrity that will not be revoked. It is our Bible, written over thousands of years, and yet with one overarching message: the Lord Jesus Christ and His mission to save His people. His infallible, irrevocable Word goes out to all the world saying, "Come."

Insight: Everyone will ultimately come to Christ, but not for salvation. "Before me every knee will bow..." (Isaiah 45:23b, Romans 14:11)




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