Meditation
117
No Other Doctrine
1 Timothy 1:3–5 (NKJV) As I urged you
when I went into Macedonia - remain in Ephesus that you may charge some that
they teach no other doctrine, nor give heed to fables and endless genealogies,
which cause disputes rather than godly edification which is in faith. Now the purpose of the
commandment is love from a pure heart, from a good conscience,
and from sincere faith.
Paul had left Timothy in Ephesus to
warn the church and reprimand some individuals that were teaching false
doctrines. Writing from Macedonia to Timothy, Paul stresses that arguing about
fables and genealogies leads to disputes rather than the purpose of the
commandment which is love from a pure heart.
Although Paul wrote his letter to
Timothy close to two thousand years ago it continues to be applicable. Today we
have preachers and teachers spreading doctrines that do not lead people into a
relationship with God but sound good and appeal to the carnal nature.
Ending
Thoughts
Following the commandment to love
leads to a deep relationship with God which is the purpose of Christ’s
sacrifice on the cross. Don’t be distracted with promises of becoming rich or
having a trouble-free life. Focus on the Narrow Path, on prayer, and growing
your relationship with Christ and you will not be disappointed.
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