1 Timothy 1,8–11
Something to read
Now we know that the law is good, if one uses it legitimately. This means understanding that the law is laid down not for the innocent but for the lawless and disobedient, for the godless and sinful, for the unholy and profane, for those who kill their father or mother, for murderers, fornicators, sodomites, slave-traders, liars, perjurers, and whatever else is contrary to the sound teaching that conforms to the glorious gospel of the blessed God, which he entrusted to me.
New Revised Standard Version
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Something to think about
We don’t want to be legalistic in our faith; however there are some laws that stand. Paul explains that the law is for the big issues in life. We do actually need to worry about justice.
“Slave-traders” sounds so old fashioned and something we don’t need to worry about. Yet it couldn’t be more of a current problem. Modern slavery takes different forms. The two most common forms are human trafficking for the sex industry and abuse of domestic workers. Whilst in some cases they may not technically be slaves, they may as well be for the lack of freedom and abuse they receive.
The very point of law, is to stop people abusing other humans, not to worry about how much we understand, pray or act as Christians.
Something to do
The UK recently refused to sign up to an international convention that hopes to protect domestic workers. Follow this link and support Christian Aid and its partners in trying to get the government to do the right thing.
Something to pray
Infinite God, help me to stop worrying about the minutiae of life, but rather to understand the bigger picture. Help me to stand up and fight injustice.
Today's daily reading was provided by Charlotte Haines Lyon.
