Ignorance is a Choice

Scott Beyer
11/02/23 - Bulletin

“Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of these things the wrath of God comes upon the sons of disobedience.” (Ephesians 5:6)

            One of the most common logical fallacies in life is that ignorance is bliss.  If you don’t know that something is wrong, does that somehow make it right?  If I didn’t realize that I ran over your cat, does that somehow make it okay that I did?  Of course not!

            If we allow ourselves to remain ignorant or be deceived by empty words – we will find ourselves falling into sin, and it won’t matter that we didn’t know better.  Being blind to your own sins does not somehow expunge them.  Being ignorant of the need for Jesus doesn’t somehow remove the need for Him.  Accidental disobedience still reaps of the wrath of God because in an age where the Bible is available in print, online, and for free across the globe – ignorance is a choice.

Matthew 4:4 #Biblebites

Today’s Reading: Ephesians 5:1-10

Questions to ask:

1. How is Paul feeling as he writes today’s passage? What is his mood?
2. What are the central themes in Paul’s preaching and teaching which are being emphasized, or how are the central themes in this epistle being emphasized in today’s reading?
3. How does our reading show Paul’s people skills, especially how he handles conflict?
4. What in this passage would change the lives of the believer(s) being addressed? How does it make me a better disciple?
5. How does this show the “good news” of the gospel? How can I share that with someone else?

This year, #Biblebites are following the life and writings of Paul.  If you would like a copy of the reading schedule, you can view it here: https://eastlandchristians.org/news-events/2023-vision

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