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Country Gospel Music Association
Billy Hale, President

"Living In Critical Times"


But thou hast fully known my doctrine, manner of life, purpose, faith,
 longsuffering, charity, patience (II Tim 3: 10)

 Paul says, you know what I believe, the way I live, my purpose, faith, longsuffering, charity and patience. Obviously, Paul is setting forth his personal life as a model of how we should live in critical times. Let’s look at these together.

1.   Doctrine: This word is translated from didaskalos which means “instruction.” Our belief system is paramount. We should know the truth and build our lives around it. Others may not agree with our doctrine, but it is absolutely essential that we arrive at what we believe to be the truth. Otherwise you will never be stable enough to mature.  
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     Billy Hale is President of the Country Gospel Music Association headquartered in Branson, MO.  He pastored for many years before God told him he was to "be kind to my Country Gospel artists."  That's when Billy started the CGMA, and it has grown to over 5,000 members since that time.  Billy is a singer and award-winning songwriter in his own right, and has been named Minister of the Year and Encourager of the year several times over. For more information visit www.countrygospelmusic.com or email them at cgma.branson@centurytel.net. 

 

2.   Manner of life: Our lifestyle will reflect where we have placed our confidence and what is significant to us. Most importantly, we should know our place in the body of Christ and build our lives around it. Our calling and gifting should determine where we live, work, attend church, and choose to travel. It should also dictate what we own, wear, say, give and intend to do with our time.

3.   Purpose: This term is taken from prothesis which means “to set forth.” We should be known as people of intention and not open to compromise or enticement. We should be known for our passion to bring pleasure to the heart of God and accomplish His will.

4.   Faith: Derived from pistis which means “to be persuaded.” We should be a people who build our confidence around the promises set forth in His word. A people who daily fortify our hearts through Biblical confessions and taking nothing whatsoever for granted.

5.         Longsuffering: Makrothumia is the Greek word here, meaning “forbearance.” It signifies a life of self control, restraint, and resilience. A life lived in command of our circumstances, not a victim of them.

6.   Charity:  This word, agape has become quite familiar to Christians around the world. It means “benevolent love.” It is a love given without promise of reciprocation. It is a love never traded for favor, gain, or personal satisfaction. Only those who are born again can experience and portray this love because it is communicated through the indwelling Holy Spirit.

7.   Patience: This Greek word, hupomone, means “cheerful endurance.” We must continually remind ourselves we’re just passing through. Our future is secure, a reward awaits, and we must cheerfully endure the nuisances of this life. One plus God is always a majority, so our primary motivation should be to stay the course.

Do you really know your place in the body of Christ? Are you just hanging around waiting for heaven or do you know where He’s placed you and busy at what He’s assigned? The only people who are truly safe in these uncertain, bewildering, death-defying, critical times, are those who have entered into their God-ordained place, living a life of purity, and filling themselves with His promises. They have their hearts wrapped around His and ready to move out under His direction, at the slightest gesture of His hand. This is not a time for building a future in this world! 

There are many things that beg for your time and devotion. Some are so caught up with things, obligations and restrictions, that their entire lives are filled with stress and frustration. Vigilance is the word, my friend. Don’t be tied to debt, dreams of prosperity, visions of popularity, and self-serving activities. Get prepared for the worst and pledge yourself to honoring the Lord with whatever time you have left. Don’t be caught with your heart in this world and your life in disarray.

 

 
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