The Measure of Spirituality

There is a growing falsehood in Christendom today in relation to the measure of spirituality. Many presume that when they are able to speak in some unknown language then irrespective of their lifestyle, they have a full measure of the Holy Spirit. But beloved, the measure of growth of the Christian character is exhibited through the fruits of the Spirit. One cannot practice vice and think he has the Holy Spirit just because he can speak in tongues, lead prayers and praises, or prophesy at church.

Spirituality in the Christian life is measured by an outward evidence of the fruits of the Spirit. Spirituality is measured by a deep sorrow for sin and a great abhorrence for evil. The Holy Spirit is clearly at work when armed robbers drop their guns in repentance unto the lord; when prostitutes refuse to go back to the streets; when corrupt officials refrain from taking bribes, and when homosexuals, drug addicts and rapists, among others have repented unto the lord.

The measure of spirituality is about whether we are bearing fruits or not as Christians. For Christ expressly said: "Every branch in me that beareth not fruit he taketh away: and every branch that beareth fruit, he purgeth it, that it may bring forth more fruit" (John 15:2). Thus friends, in as much as Christ still performs miracles today, we should be more concerned about whether the people who flock to us have given all their hearts to Jesus.

The true measure of success in outreach is not about how many lame people walked at the crusade grounds, how many blind people were able to see, how many deaf people heard or how many sick people were healed. The true measure of success in outreach is whether the people gave all their heart to Jesus and received strength to begin a brand new life. Beloved, don't be overwhelmed with miracles, signs and wonders, for they are only but a plus to the gospel. There is no miracle than accepting Christ in our lives. When you have Jesus, you have everything.

HAVE A BLESSED WEEK

Janet Boateng