“There are many people who talk a good story of being a ‘Christian’ or a ‘believer’. As I have said, ‘you will know them by their fruit’. No fruit was ever produced by purely thinking about it. Yes, the thinking is the catalyst, it is the beginning of the process, but still the action required to put those thoughts to proper use has to take place.
Remember again, that faith without works is dead. Likewise, thought without action is dead. Do not fall into the trap of being a ‘thinking’ believer, for this is a grave error. This is why I call people to be doers of My Word and not just hearers. The thinking believer can become very righteous and effective in his own mind. However, this will have no impact of any positive consequences in the coming Kingdom.
Your thoughts will add nothing to your foundational platform, unless they are accompanied by the necessary actions. The only way that fruit is produced is by action. There will be many on that Day that will swell with pride over their knowledge of My Word, they will be eagerly anticipating their reward for their diligence in studying. A man whose head is full of the wisdom of the Word, that has not put it into action, is no different than the wicked servant who buried his talent. He is no more mature because of his knowledge, as it has profited him nothing says God.
The same can be said of those that study and then teach in error because it is easier or more gainful in the world. In fact, they will be more severely judged, for as teachers they have a greater responsibility.
You must be mindful of the importance of action. Otherwise it will become a limiting factor in your life. Put your faith before you and start ‘doing’. You will be in awe of the outcome. It is no good standing in your running clothes, with your new shoes on and then being too fearful to step out on the track. The die is cast, you are now inexorably on this journey of running the race. The days are shortening, and you must constantly ask the question ‘where is the fruit?’
If you ask this before every action you will have a clear determination as to the origin of the thoughts that you are contemplating. Beware of the thoughts that try and slip in from the world. You know they are of the enemy. Apply the test: ‘where is the fruit’ and their deceit will be instantly revealed.
Become more contemplative, more discerning and less impulsive. Take everything under consideration and let My Spirit be your decision maker. Calmness and peacefulness, humility and focus of purpose are the hallmarks of a true race runner. Nurture these qualities and seek after them earnestly. They are all found in My Word and will be of great comfort to you”.
Ephesians 5:15-17
Hebrews 12:1
John 15:2-16
Romans 7:4
Colossians1:10
1 Corinthians 3:10
2 Timothy 4:7
