Day 88~ Acts 7 & 8
So, what did you think when you read what Peter said to Simon, the former magician? “You have neither part nor lot in this matter, for your heart is not right before God…..for I see that you are in the gall of bitterness and in the bond of iniquity.” (8:23) Did that confrontation leave you feeling a little uncomfortable? I bet it did! I have commented on this idea before. I had to smile with the thought of someone taking Peter’s approach today. Ha! I don’t think it would happen! Not in today’s politically correct environment where Christians are afraid to state the obvious, in fear of looking judgmental. Sadly, the consequence of our current trend is resulting in a boat load of people going to church (just like Simon), deceiving themselves, thinking they are saved, when in reality they are “in the bond of iniquity” (in other words, living an immoral life). We as Christians just bit our tongues, smile and maybe say, “Jesus loves you and so do I!” But is that really lo