Psalm 10:2 English Standard Version (ESV) In arrogance the wicked hotly pursue the poor; let them be caught in the schemes that they have devised.
I see that in the world.
Things that happen in the world will often remind us of scripture. His Word is True.
While driving around America these past few weeks I saw that there are those that take advantage of the poor and helpless. Poverty is a plague on our society and it is shameful that some prey on the impoverished. What are we to do about it?
Matthew 26:11 English Standard Version (ESV) For you always have the poor with you, but you will not always have me.
My dilemma is that I am not called to answer for the actions of others.
We will always have the poor, but that does not address the question about what to do about the arrogant. Our emotions tell us to do something about the situation, but just because we see it, does not mean God is calling us to address it.
Yesterday I would not address the issue of Daniel’s prophecy.At the moment I was to address the church age. How did I know not to continue with those other thoughts?
It is the same thing as today. Just because I see it does not mean God wants me to address it.
Obedience of faith has to come from a position of respect and purpose. Purpose sets the boundaries, respect keeps us within those boundaries.
There are many out there that are hearing the gospel message for the first time. Those souls may never have read about Daniel and his special gift. It is not my calling to address those complex issues but to respect the boundaries God has set for me.
His people, the ones that are just getting to know Him do not need me to make things complicated. If I have a desire to discuss the weightier issues in the bible I have some trusted friends to talk with. An unknown audience halfway around the world should not be subjected to my thoughts on these matters.
I have no desire to be “the answer man”. That is a pride zone that I care not to enter.
As for how I know what God is asking of me, that is a matter of personal relationship.