How can we apply "the things revealed" to our daily Christian walk? Reading the Verse “ ‘The hidden things belong to the LORD our God, but the things revealed belong to us and our children forever, so that we may follow all the words of this law.’ ” (Deuteronomy 29:29) What Are “the Things Revealed”? • The plain commands, promises, warnings, and narratives God preserved in Scripture • The unambiguous truths about God’s character, salvation, worship, morality, and mission • Everything necessary for “life and godliness” (2 Peter 1:3) Why They Matter • God expects obedience only to what He has made known (Psalm 119:105) • They provide certainty in a world of speculation (Isaiah 8:20) • They bind every generation—“to us and our children forever” How the Revealed Things Shape Our Mindset • Confidence: You can act decisively because God has spoken (Joshua 1:8-9) • Humility: You rest content with what God chose not to disclose (Job 42:3) • Accountability: Revelation removes excuses for disobedience (James 4:17) Practical Steps for Daily Application 1. Start each day with revealed truth – Read a clear command or promise; meditate until it shapes your outlook. 2. Translate revelation into to-do items – “Love one another” (John 13:34) becomes a call to speak kindly to the next person you meet. 3. Filter decisions through Scripture – Ask, “Which option best aligns with what God has already said?” (Colossians 3:17). 4. Teach the next generation – Share a verse at meals; explain how it guides real choices (Deuteronomy 6:6-7). 5. Celebrate obedience, repent quickly – Thank God whenever you act on His Word; confess lapses immediately (1 John 1:9). 6. Guard against curiosity that distracts – If Scripture is silent, refuse to build doctrines or anxieties on speculation (1 Timothy 1:4). Scripture Reinforcements • Psalm 19:7-8 — God’s revealed law revives the soul and makes the simple wise. • John 17:17 — “Sanctify them by the truth; Your word is truth.” • 2 Timothy 3:16-17 — All Scripture equips for “every good work.” A Daily Commitment Choose one revealed truth each morning, write it down, and let that single verse steer your words, choices, and attitudes for the day. As you practice this rhythm, you’ll discover how God’s revealed things actively direct “all your ways” (Proverbs 3:5-6). |
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