Black and White

Yesterday I read a newsletter by Gary Kah's ministry, Hope for the World. He probably could be called a modern day prophet. He specializes in end-time event, especially from the economic, social, and political perspective. He's not a theologian, but is solidly Biblical. You can find him and his ministry online.

What struck me the most yesterday was how "black and white" Gary is. No shades of gray in what he says and lives. This is unusual and commendable in the grayness of today's theological perspectives. Not only is it commendable, it is probably also essential for survival spiritually.

Considering what writers said in his newsletter, especially about the emergent church, it is going to be increasingly difficult in days to come to stay on "the straight and narrow." Religious leaders are becoming masters of deceit. Now is the time to "be diligent to make your calling and election sure," to learn to hear the voice of the Holy Spirit and follow His leading, to depend on the Lord completely, to exalt Jesus, and to think Biblically.

Stick with the traditional interpretation of the Holy Scriptures. Live it out with all "black and white" courage, no matter what the sacrifice. Be immersed in the Word. Fellowship with others who think like this.

These are perilous times, as the Scriptures predicted (2 Timothy 3:1-5). Note that the exhortation to avoid people such as are outlined in this passage refers to all that are mentioned in verses 1-5, not just the one in verse 5. Note also that "lovers of self" tops the list of why the times will be dangerous.

Don't assume anything. Know Whose you are. Be black and white, even if it means death. You'll never regret it.