Daily Devotion

 With Pastor Ancel Presnell

“HOLY CONTRAST”

One of the worst things that a Christian can do is to intentionally blend in with the world. Obviously, there are extremes that some believers take this thought to that are not practical. For instance, clothing styles change, trends in hair, dress style, cars, technology, etc. These aspects evolve over time, so it is important to evaluate such changes against established principles. One may consider whether certain actions reflect negatively on one’s biblical convictions, or whether they encourage undesirable behavior.

Psalm 1:1 provides a set of guidelines that are described as contributing to positive and virtuous living, while not following these recommendations is associated with less favorable outcomes. The text contrasts the lives of individuals who adhere to these principles with those who do not.

The Psalmist advises against “standing in the way of sinners,” meaning we should not adopt the regular habits of those who do not share our faith. This is not a call to isolation or unkindness, but rather to protect us from absorbing ungodly values. We tend to imitate those around us, so it’s important to build relationships with other believers and make fellowship with them our priority.

Psalm 1:1—” ¹ Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful.”