Galatians 6:7-8 (NKJV) "Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows,
that he will also reap. For he who sows to his flesh will of the flesh reap corruption,
but he who sows to the Spirit will of the Spirit reap everlasting life."
Things can be so fun and exciting that it's easy to forget that there is always
a price to pay.
Take a day in the life of Joey 'Jaws' Chestnut. Don't know who he is? He's a competitive
eater who recently won the annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating contest at New York's
Coney Island. He won hands down by eating 62 hot dogs in buns in just 10 minutes.
He's the champion this year! What a feat! He made national headlines with just 10
minutes of competition.
How much did it cost him to win? Well, the price was free. He didn't have to purchase
them. But the nutritional cost was staggering. Ready? That 10 minute binge on 62
hot dogs adds up to:
19,158 calories
1,246 grams of fat
2,170 grams of cholesterol
42,408 grams of sodium
Not too good for his body, that's for sure! What's true in the physical realm is
true in the Spiritual realm. There is always a price to pay for our actions. Sometimes
it's reaped as a benefit, but other times it's received as a consequence.
Pray for wisdom this week with the decisions that are before you and make those
decisions unto Jesus, and Him alone.
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Examine Yourselves Part 1 Is there someone in your life that you’re having an issue with? I think it’s safe to say, we’ve all been there.While many are quick to post their feelings on the matter on Facebook or Twitter, or type out an angry lengthy email and hit send, pastor Ed Taylor will suggest a much better approach today on Abounding Grace. And that is to go to the person directly, and take it to the Lord. Join us if you would in Second Corinthians chapter thirteen, for a helpful study on how to handle difficulties with others.