Heed the Warning

Heed the Warning from God

There are many kinds of warnings that are available to us in this world. A siren sounds when a tornado has been sighted. A horn blows before an accident is about to occur. An announcement is made when there is a certain amount of time left in the game. Sometimes people warn us that if we do a certain thing, we will suffer the consequences. But these are not the most important warnings.

As Paul was on his voyage to Rome, he knew very well that the increased winds and other factors meant that the voyage would end in disaster. In fact, he told those in charge of him, “Men, I perceive that this voyage will end with disaster and much loss, not only of the cargo and ship, but also our lives (Acts 27:10).” Sure enough, the centurion was more persuaded by the helmsman and owner of the ship than he was by Paul. As they continued on their journey, a storm arose and they had to lighten the ship, losing their cargo. Thankfully their lives were spared.

Just as they did not heed Paul’s warning from God, many do not heed God’s warning today. Historically, many prophets warned the people to repent or disaster would strike. Some listened, yet others did not, and we can see the consequenses. Today we must heed God’s warning and be obedient to Him, or else we will suffer eternal consequenses. Remember the words of the song, “Careless soul, o heed the warning, for your life will soon be gone; o how sad to face the judgment, unprepared to meet thy God.” Are you ready to face the judgment? Prepare yourself now. Heed the warning.

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