Their knowledge of the truth that leads to godliness. —Titus 1:1
I’ve come to believe that every failure and flaw in our lives flows out of some sort of doctrinal deficiency. Either we haven’t been taught or don’t know the truth God has given that enables us to obey and enjoy Him. Or (worse) we know the truth but aren’t walking according to it.
It’s one or the other. Because only sound doctrine, steadily applied, will keep our thinking and living on the right track.
Sound doctrine is safe, hygienic, and pure. It’s indispensable to a healthy heart and godly life. Knowing and embracing sound, biblical doctrine doesn’t guarantee we’ll never blow it. But when we do fail, it points us back to the cross.
It all comes back to the gospel. Our purpose for pursuing godly character, relationships, and ministry isn’t merely to be better spouses, parents, and ministry leaders or have a better reputation. Our ultimate purpose is to make much of God. We do that as we experience, enjoy, and reflect the loveliness of Christ, making Him known to a world starved for true beauty.
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Adorned: Living Out the Beauty of the Gospel Together ©2017 Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth
Scripture taken from The CSB
Make it Personal
Can any of your failures and struggles be traced back to a doctrinal deficiency? How can you replace that with strong doctrine?