No Profit, No Purpose, No Pursuit of God
- Bishop Keith Butler
- Mar 28, 2023
- 2 min read
There is none that understandeth, there is none that seeketh after God. They are all gone out of the way, they are together become unprofitable; there is none that doeth good, no, not one. Their throat is an open sepulchre; with their tongues they have used deceit; the poison of asps is under their lips: Whose mouth is full of cursing and bitterness. (Romans 3:11-14)
Without God, humanity has no hope. Romans 3:11-14 describes the state of those who are subject to the world’s system and have refused to understand or seek God. Although they desire purpose and success, their lives are morally corrupt, and they have a complete lack of productivity.
Paul talked about the destructive nature of their words and actions. They are known by their use of deceit, cursing, and bitterness.
Without God, humanity lives in a state of being lost, in constant misery and complete destruction. The world is full of people who are searching for peace, but without God, they will never find it. They may try to cover up their misery with drugs, alcohol, relationships, or partying, but at the end of the day, they will still search for more. Their lives will show no profit and no purpose because they have not pursued God.
As believers, it is important to understand the gravity of this situation and recognize our role in bringing the light of God to the world. We have been given the opportunity to share the Good News of the Gospel with others and to be a shining example of the transformative power of God in our lives.
Practical Application
Examine your heart and see if there is any deceit, cursing, or bitterness in your words and actions. Then, make strides to step away from these destructive ways. Ask for the Holy Spirit's help to renew your mind and align your heart and actions with God's will.
