1 KINGS 11:1-13
As I waited at the junction, a tanker truck appeared on top of a hill and rushed in my direction. Someone behind me honked, urging me to move. I knew the tanker probably would not stop and making that move could be disastrous. To avoid a heart-touching story, I kept my foot on the brake pedal and stayed put.
Spiritually speaking, we must “stay put” and remain faithful to God despite the pressures from others. King Solomon had to learn this in a hard way. He began his reign by asking God for wisdom, and his prayer at the dedication of the temple revealed his loyalty. But he did not remain committed. He married many foreign women, which eventually led him to worship other gods. At the end of the day, his heart was not faithful to the Lord.
Today, as in ancient times, people and events can cause us to withdraw our loyalty to God and His truth. But with God’s help, we can cling to the Word of life. If you feel compelled to enter dangerous crossroads of faith, study the Word, put on His armour (Ephesians 6:10-18) and ask for help from the Holy Spirit. Then stand firm with your fellow believers in Christ.
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Stand up, stand up for Jesus,
Stand in his strength alone;
The arm of flesh will fail you,
Ye dare not trust your own.
Put on the gospel armour,
Each piece put on with prayer;
When duty calls or danger,
Be never wanting there.
(A&M 307)
