The Poisonous Fruit Of the Flesh, Sedition

Sedition

The word “Sedition” is defined as Actions or Words, intended to lead or encourage, the overthrow of a person, group or State. Sedition in the Bible is classified as a Criminal Act that undermines the Authority placed by God and Seeking to overthrow it. Sedition is usually not loud, boastful, or obvious. It is whispers, deeds, and secrets. It is being done by those closest to the Leadership in any given Authority.

Now remember, It is God who sets up Authority.

"Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation. For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil.

Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same: For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil. Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake.

For for this cause pay ye tribute also: for they are God's ministers, attending continually upon this very thing. Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honour to whom honour." {Romans 13:1-7}

Everywhere you go God has set an Authority Figure or a Head. Be it Ministers, Pastors, The Church, Sound Doctrines. Even Presidents, Kings, and Rulers, ETC. If you do not agree with the Authority, you need to look in the Mirror. You need to Pray about it. You need to research it. You need to understand, that if you simply speak bad about it, or them, and you whisper, and reject their Authority, and become disobedient, you are falling for the oldest Sin there is. Rebellion.

"And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins; Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience: Among whom also we all had our conversation in times past in the lusts of our flesh, fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the mind; and were by nature the children of wrath, even as others."{Ephesians 2:1-3}

Rebellion began with Satan, when he rebelled against God and took one-third of the Angels with him, continued with the fall of Man by Adam and Even, and is still very much alive and well today. Today, no one wants to be under Authority because it is a part of our Nature. No one wants to submit to Authority. It goes against our very Human Nature. Our Flesh wants nothing to do with it. Yet, we are no longer in the Flesh, or controlled by the Flesh. Which puts us, as Children of God, into Conflict within ourselves.

Paul describes this inner conflict between the Old Man and the New Man.

"For we know that the law is spiritual: but I am carnal, sold under sin. For that which I do I allow not: for what I would, that do I not; but what I hate, that do I." {Romans 7:14-15}

This is why he goes into great detail telling us how we let the New Man take the lead.. We must walk in the Spirit, and NOT in the Flesh..

"There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death. For what the law could not do, in that it was weak through the flesh, God sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh, and for sin, condemned sin in the flesh: That the righteousness of the law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.

For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the Spirit the things of the Spirit. For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. Because the carnal mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be.

So then they that are in the flesh cannot please God."{Romans 8:1-8}

Paul warns the Ephesians,

"If so be that you have heard him, and have been taught by him, as the truth is in Jesus: That you put off concerning the former way of life the old man, which is corrupt according to the deceitful lusts." {Ephesians 4:21-22}

But we, as Children of God, are NOT the Old Man. We are the New Man. We are NOT under the Authority of the Flesh, but under the Grace of the Spirit.

"And be renewed in the spirit of your mind; and that you put on the new man, which after God is created in righteousness and true holiness." {Ephesians 4:23-24}

You see, believe it or not, God DOES know better than us. I know, I know. Hard to believe, right? But He really does. He knows all things, Created all things. Understands better than us, the best way, all things work out. He gives us total and complete access to Him, His Authority, and His Ways. He gives us an Owner's Manual. {Holding up the Bible} He gives us His Word.

We do not have to wonder. We do not have to guess. We do not have to assume. We do not need others to tell us God's Will. Our Father, Our Daddy, God, is always here for us. He is always available to us. He is NEVER too busy to teach us, talk with us, spend time with us. He is there. Always. All we have to do is take the time to spend with him. We are His Children.

"I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ lives in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me." {Galatians 2:20}

God set up the perfect Chain of Command.

"Now I praise you, brethren, that ye remember me in all things, and keep the ordinances, as I delivered them to you. But I would have you know, that the head of every man is Christ; and the head of the woman is the man; and the head of Christ is God." {1 Corinthians 11: 2-3}

It does not matter to us, as Children of God, who is in charge. We know that God is ultimately the one in Charge of it all. We, as His Children, have that direct link. We have that Faith. We have that Peace. We do not have to fret or worry. We just have to be obedient.

"Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work, To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men. For we ourselves also were sometimes foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one another.

But after that the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man appeared, Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost; Which he shed on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Saviour; That being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life."{Titus 3:1-7}

God set up Authorities and Powers. God set up Principalities. God has a Plan. It is not for us to question. It is not for us to argue. It is not for us to overthrow God's Will. Remember, it was God who put Pharaoh in Authority.

"For the scripture saith unto Pharaoh, Even for this same purpose have I raised thee up, that I might shew my power in thee, and that my name might be declared throughout all the earth." {Romans 9:17}

Jesus said to Pilate...

"You would have no power over me if it were not given to you from above.” {John 19:11}

Do we always understand why those in power are in power? No. Are there bad people in Authority? Of Course. However, God is in charge. We, as His Children, must never loose sight of that. Unless God says to you, "Go and stand before the President, and tell him, God says, 'Let my People Go..' " Chances are, God does not want you messing with His order of things.

Just because you might not understand, nor, like, something that someone in Authority may be doing, doesn't mean that you have the "Right" to commit Sedition. Just simply Trust in God. He does know what He is doing. Trust me..

Do you know Jesus as your Savior? Have you been adopted into the Family of God? If not, say this Prayer. Right now. Wherever you may be. Say it in your own words, and do not doubt in your heart. God will hear you. He will send the Spirit of Life to you. Let us Pray..

"Oh heavenly Father, Lord God. I am a sinner. I know this. I know there is nothing I can do to change that. But I know you can. I accept Jesus's sacrifice for me. I repent my sins. Please send the Spirit of Adoption into my life. Help me to get to know the real you. Save me. Please. In the name of Jesus, Amen!"

That's it. It really is that simple. Now go tell someone what you have just done. "That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved." {Romans 10:9} You need to find a Church that God leads you to, and be Baptized the way Jesus said to be. You are now a Child of God. A new Creature. You "have put off the old man with his deeds, and have put on the new man, which is renewed in knowledge after the image of him that created him." {Colossians 3:10}

If you want to tell me, or comment, question, give testimonials, or just say "Hi," the Email is opntalk@gmail.com

The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen. {2 Corinthians 13}

Until next time, be Blessed, be a Blessing, and Jesus IS Lord..