From my observation post, I personally think it's time for many of God's dear people to throw out the dog, that is, as found in dogmatism. The root meaning being, "that which one thinks is true; to seem to be good or imagine to be so." Many dogmatists think, erroneously, that they should be accepted without questioning or asking any proof for their position. When one does challenge them, they're known for picking up their marbles and going home.
Being dogmatic can be acceptable. But to reach that place, the Bible says we're first to prove all things, then we can hold fast to that belief, principle or philosophy. If you don't put things to the test, trust me, you'll end up in the doghouse alone, every time. It's the weightier things in life we're to be absolute on, the real issues, not the curl on the pig's tail. It doesn't add any weight to the pig.
If you want to do away with some of the dogs in your kennel that are known only for their incessant barking, there is a way to do it. Read, listen, and learn from opposing views. That will cure you from yapping at everything that passes your way. You may not agree with all of them, but you will understand them much better. And in doing so, you may find a friend instead of a foe. It's good to remember there are many good and godly persons who do not hold our views, some of which excel a few of us in every area of our Christian life.
Dr. Bob Jones Sr. used to say, "Go as far as you can down the right road with every man." That's good wisdom and advice.
No comments:
Post a Comment