"Abundant Life"

"Thy two breasts are like two young roes that are twins." (S.O.S. 7:3)

  As many of you might know, life is sometimes unfair and unjust; you can do everything within your power to do what is right, and you still end up getting the short end of the stick. The key to this verse is that of nourishment for the church, as well as that of the individual; as they are both feed upon each other, there is a connection also to the belly, which supplies this amazing substance that is produced. 

  For the sake of time and to speed up the process, let's just say that there are two worlds by which we are part of: this world in which we are currently living, and that to which we are patiently waiting for; but the two are separate, yet they are also, completely connected. The issue that is exposed in Luke 16:1-13, is one of trying to hold on to both worlds, verses, the proper way to live, where we let go of this world and pay forward into the next. Therefore, both worlds will count as treasure; as one is treasure spent, the other is treasure earned and stowed away. 

  The reason that the Pharisees were so upset, is that there lives were based upon and practiced living for this world, storing up in this life, and making everything of meaning about them; what people thought of them, how they were seen among each other, and why it was so important to be them; even though their hearts sought the praise of men, but not of God! Crazy as it might seem, but that type of attitude is what gets you nothing but misery and untouchable peace and joy. Try all you want to, but there is nothing to be gained in this life if you are simply wanting to be praised by those who are in your same fallen world! 

  The manager of the rich man's goods was falsely accused for wasting his goods; yet it caused the opposite reaction in the his heart; instead of being upset or worried, as he should have, he planned on instead making favor with all of the rich man's debtors. Simply put, the rich man is the devil! The devil is the ruler of this present world, it's fame and fortune, it's spent and falsely secure life. To take away from the devil's accounts, which is that which he has earned, you must show those debtors, which are those who owe on the accounts, forgiveness; the simply act of forgiveness is the key! 

  We do not enter into heaven without the forgiveness of our sins, and we cannot enter in without showing forgiveness to others. The two points are exactly the same; you do not have the one without the other. If you want to live in forgiveness, then you must live in forgiveness! If you cannot forgive others, then your Heavenly Father won't forgive you! It is pointless to try and have peace and joy, because your unforgiveness is what makes it untouchable to hold onto. You will be miserable here, and, unfortunately, you will be miserable there, wherever there might be. 

  In this regard, we see the contrast between the two worlds, as the one is involving the act of giving away, while the other is that of storing up; both of which involves others! You get to bless others here, and can actually feel great in doing so; while at the same time, you can earn yourself a Welcoming Committee in Heaven! Ah phooey, it is probably just about a set of breasts...

"We who are strong must be considerate of those who are sensitive about things like this. We must not just please ourselves. We should help others do what is right and build them up in the Lord. For even Christ didn't live to please himself. As the Scriptures say, "The insults of those who insult you, O God, have fallen upon me." Such things were written in the Scriptures long ago to teach us. And the Scriptures give us hope and encouragement as we wait patiently for God's promises to be fulfilled. May God, who gives this patience and encouragement, help you live in complete harmony with each other, as is fitting for followers of Christ Jesus. Then all of you can join together with one voice, giving praise and glory to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ." (Romans 15:1-6) NLT