THE DANGER OF BEING A SELF-WILLED CHRISTIAN

 

The plans of the enemy shall backfire because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.
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The plans of the enemy shall backfire because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.
Good -Life Devotional:
THE DANGER OF BEING A SELF-WILLED CHRISTIAN

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi
Text: Titus 1:7; Leviticus 10:1-2; 1 Samuel 13:9-11
   The word "self-willed" in Titus 1:7 comes from the Greek word authadēs (αὐθάδης), meaning self-pleasing, arrogant, stubbornly determined to have one's own way, regardless of God's will or the counsel of others. A self-willed person exalts his own opinions above divine instruction and godly authority.
   The danger of self-will is clearly illustrated in the lives of Nadab and Abihu, the sons of Aaron. Though they were priests, they offered strange fire before the Lord, which God had not commanded (Leviticus 10:1-2). Their actions showed disregard for God's order and for the spiritual leadership of their father, Aaron. As a result, divine judgment fell upon them. Likewise, many Christians today disregard biblical instruction, reject spiritual oversight, and offer to God service, worship, or sacrifices that are not motivated by obedience and reverence (Malachi 1:8; Hebrews 12:28-29).
    King Saul provides another warning. Instead of waiting for Samuel as instructed, he presumed to offer the sacrifice himself (1 Samuel 13:9-11). His self-will cost him the kingdom. What appeared to be a small act of impatience was actually rebellion against God's appointed order. Scripture declares that "rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft" (1 Samuel 15:23).
    Titus 1:7 reveals the character of the self-willed believer: he is often soon angry, proud, greedy for dishonest gain, given to alcohol, and quarrelsome. According to 2 Peter 2:10, such individuals are presumptuous and are not afraid to speak evil of God's servants. Proverbs 3:5-6 instructs believers to trust in the Lord rather than their own understanding.
    A self-willed Christian may appear confident, but he walks in spiritual danger. True discipleship requires humility, submission to God's Word, respect for godly authority, and a willingness to say, like Christ, "Not my will, but Yours, be done" (Luke 22:42).
PRAYER: Heavenly Father forgive me of my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation I receive him as Lord and saviour and receive the Holy Spirit and power to overcome pride . Lord, deliver me from self-will and pride. Give me a humble heart that submits to Your Word and walks in obedience to Your perfect will. Amen.

+2348036536911 email michaelbensonajayi@gmail.com DANGER OF BEING A SELF-WILLED CHRISTIAN
By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi
Text: Titus 1:7; Leviticus 10:1-2; 1 Samuel 13:9-11
   The word "self-willed" in Titus 1:7 comes from the Greek word authadēs (αὐθάδης), meaning self-pleasing, arrogant, stubbornly determined to have one's own way, regardless of God's will or the counsel of others. A self-willed person exalts his own opinions above divine instruction and godly authority.
   The danger of self-will is clearly illustrated in the lives of Nadab and Abihu, the sons of Aaron. Though they were priests, they offered strange fire before the Lord, which God had not commanded (Leviticus 10:1-2). Their actions showed disregard for God's order and for the spiritual leadership of their father, Aaron. As a result, divine judgment fell upon them. Likewise, many Christians today disregard biblical instruction, reject spiritual oversight, and offer to God service, worship, or sacrifices that are not motivated by obedience and reverence (Malachi 1:8; Hebrews 12:28-29).
    King Saul provides another warning. Instead of waiting for Samuel as instructed, he presumed to offer the sacrifice himself (1 Samuel 13:9-11). His self-will cost him the kingdom. What appeared to be a small act of impatience was actually rebellion against God's appointed order. Scripture declares that "rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft" (1 Samuel 15:23).
    Titus 1:7 reveals the character of the self-willed believer: he is often soon angry, proud, greedy for dishonest gain, given to alcohol, and quarrelsome. According to 2 Peter 2:10, such individuals are presumptuous and are not afraid to speak evil of God's servants. Proverbs 3:5-6 instructs believers to trust in the Lord rather than their own understanding.
    A self-willed Christian may appear confident, but he walks in spiritual danger. True discipleship requires humility, submission to God's Word, respect for godly authority, and a willingness to say, like Christ, "Not my will, but Yours, be done" (Luke 22:42).
PRAYER: Heavenly Father forgive me of my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation I receive him as Lord and saviour and receive the Holy Spirit and power to overcome pride . Lord, deliver me from self-will and pride. Give me a humble heart that submits to Your Word and walks in obedience to Your perfect will. Amen.
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