Sun 9:30a Class; 10:30a Worship; 11:35a Communion
Bible Bites
A Standard Value
“Retain the standard of sound words which you have heard from me, in the faith and love which are in Christ Jesus.” (2 Timothy 1:13)
Standards are important because they clarify expectations. Food standards are why restaurants receive ratings for their hygienics and safety protocols. Enjoy a worry-free meal out? Thank the standards.
Standards also allow us to replicate results. Standardized testing ensures that there is equality in testing behavior – all kids can study for the same exams with a measure of confidence that the test they take will look like the one they prepared for.
Paul calls the commands of God, “the standards of sound words” – they clarify God’s expectations of us, and they ensure we can have confidence in the results of following them. There is a pattern, and it isn’t going to change. What a blessing that God gives us standards to live by!
Matthew 4:4 #Biblebites
