Recalled
by Darla Noble and Joyverse
John 5:24
Most certainly I tell you, he who hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life, and doesn’t come into judgment, but has passed out of death into life.
In the fall of 2018, an E. coli outbreak across several states sickened many people.
Massive amounts of produce were recalled, including a nationwide recall of romaine lettuce. Within hours of the recall, all products containing romaine were removed from grocery store shelves. You couldn’t buy it if you wanted to.
The vast majority of us wouldn’t think about risking our health by eating a recalled item. But when it comes to our salvation, we’re not nearly as careful or prudent.
Hearing the Word of God but refusing to believe and ignoring its truths is like eating recalled food.
We know what we need to do. We even know the consequences of not doing it, yet we ignore those consequences. And in doing so, we put our life — our eternal life — in jeopardy.
There is nothing here on earth worth risking the address of your eternal home for, so hear, believe, and live!
Reflection
Are there any areas of my life where I am putting my salvation at risk? What am I going to do about it?
Prayer
God in heaven, Please keep me close. Keep my eyes, ears, and heart open to You. Please give me understanding as I read and study Your Word. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.
