Is Ignorance Bliss?
We use the saying “ignorance is bliss”. But is that really true?
Recently I made a statement that I was disappointed in the ungodly stand that a particular organization has taken. One young college-aged lady responded by saying, “Why exactly is it disappointing? We as Christians are supposed to be a non-judgmental people. We welcome anyone with open arms and an open heart.” She went on to incorrectly quote Jesus’ saying regarding the woman caught in adultery: ‘He who cast the first stone, let he be stoned.’ That is not not what Jesus said. Clearly, this young woman has a gross lack of knowledge of God’s word.
Sadly, this woman is not alone. The attitude she portrayed here has permeated our society because it is ignorant of what God’s word teaches, not only regarding right and wrong, but also in how Christians are to react to and behave toward sin.
“My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge. Because you have rejected knowledge, I also will reject you from being priest for Me; Because you have forgotten the law of your God, I also will forget your children.” Hosea 4:6
Lack of knowledge (or ignorance) comes from *rejection* of knowledge. Is rejection of knowledge bliss? Rejection is a willful act. I pray we all be mindful that we not be guilty of being ignorant.
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Sandra Moore 8:37 am on September 10, 2010 Permalink |
Your post reminded me of an article in the religion section of our Huntsville Times this morning. It was about the community church in Memphis that is allowing muslims to use their building while their own building is being constructed next door. The “pastor” said he asked himself, “What would Jesus do if He were us? He would welcome the neighbor.” This man obviously is woefully ignorant of scripture, particularly 2 John 10.
Ron 8:43 am on September 10, 2010 Permalink |
Good words, Laura.