Abstain from every form of evil. 1 Thessalonians 5:22



What is the one statement all kids hear from mom on picture day? “Don’t play in the mud!” Yep, that’s right. A mom who spends time dressing up her children for pictures is always concerned they look presentable for the pictures, which will be viewed by many friends and family.



You could say the same for Christians. We too need to stay out of the muddy things of this world. Today’s verse is a clear statement from God to abstain from every form of evil. From gossip, to drunkenness to murder and everything in between, Christians are to avoid these things. Why? Because they tarnish our spirit and dirty our lives with things opposite of God’s standards. All the while, the world is watching the Christian to see how he/she lives. The standard in which we live by tells the world this is what a child of God look like.



“If you love Me, obey my commandments.” If you truly love Jesus Christ as your Savior, you will have no problem staying out of the world’s mud holes and walk the path of righteousness. In the end, God will bless and reward you for your righteous standard of living. “And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19 Stay out of the mud, child of God, and represent Him well! God bless!