vendredi 21 septembre 2018

Lessons To Learn From Noahs Flood

By Janet Jones


God called Noah when he was 480 years old to build an ark that was meant to accommodate everyone who desired to turn away from their sins before the flood. Noah was able to carry out every bit of the instruction and his faithfulness is recorded in the Bible. The story of Noahs flood has brought before man several benefits that cannot be forgotten after centuries have passed.

The first thing that is noticeable in the account is Noah's obedience. Noah was willing to do what God was instructing him to do despite his age. It is possible that his willingness must have attracted God's grace upon him to do the job according to all the specifications that were given to him. Bringing in all the animals was also another task but Noah did not disobey even though it must not have been an easy task either.

This story is equally meant for those who think that God cannot destroy life. If he is the giver of life, then nothing prevents him from taking it also. He forewarned that he would destroy the human race with water and he did not relent in fulfilling it. This shows that God is good but it is terrible to fall into His hands when he is angry.

Also, if God has said something, just be sure that it will happen even though it tarries. The warning Noah gave lasted for months but the people took him as a drunkard. They despised him saying he was an old man. This means that God can choose anyone to do His work for Him.

This story should not let the devil succeed in making you think that God really wants a man to perish. He is only concerned about man's evil deeds and will put an end to it if it persists. In His attempt to do this, He provides another way of escape lest man realizes his faults and turn to him.

The story of Noah and the flood also explains that when one is in God, he is fully protected from evil even though they may not be far. Men, therefore, ought to turn to God for protection rather than seek other means of doing so. While sin deprives one of God's protection, abiding in Him brings man's redemption. With all the troubles in the world today, man is better off serving God.

The discouragement Noah got from the people in his time could have been enough to prevent him from going further. When it is as if one should give up following the Lord because of what people say, Noah's story should be remembered. When God tells you that something positive which has never happened will soon take place, believe it and pray that his will be done in due time.

The account of Noah and the ark is an ageless story. As long as the world remains, its lessons remain vital for anyone who is serious about following God. It is useful to encourage those who dare to be different in areas that are inflicted with corruption, immorality, and sin in general. It is there a Christian's responsibility to let everyone know that God is always watching to know those who are always faithful to Him.




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