Rejection of Purpose

Luke 7:30 but the pharisees and the lawyers rejected the purpose of God for themselves

Pupose is defined as being the reason that something exists, or is done, made or used.

One of the saddest commentaries available for any human is Luke's commentary of the lawyers and pharisees. John the baptist was preparing the way for Christ by preaching repentance and submission through baptism and they saw themselves righteouss in their own eyes. They thought their purpose was to earn God's favor by being strictly religious and to manage other peoples sin as well. They were unable to see their own sins as self pride and self righteousness had blinded them from the truth. When John came calling saying "get ready, the King and the Kingdom are coming, repent and prepare yoruselves to receive Him", they didn't see any need for him or his charge, as they viewed themselves as righteous already.

Whether we say it out loud or not, this same battle of self justification is the war that must be fought in the soul of every human being. That includes me and you. Quite clearly Jesus rejects those who see themselves as worthy to commune with him, and He heals, restores and communes those that do not see themselves as worthy to look at His face or be in His presence. We all need to look deep into the window of our soul and ask, "whose righteousness are we counting on, Jesus or mine?" And I am not talking about our rehearsed lines in Church. I am talking about what is going on in our soul, heart, brain and life 24/7/365. This is critical as it forms the foundation of our faith, purpose, life and actions.

It is only when we are 100% reliant on Christ, that our lives radiate the glory of God to the world. This is what we were created for, and this is His purpose for us all. Be careful to not reject the purposes of God for your life and soul.

It is only through Christ that we can fulfill our purpose of existing, to give glory to God. Is this what drives you and is it your purpose?