I have often said, because I have children, nieces and nephews – that changing the rules in the middle of a game is the very definition of cheating. It stands to reason because of our sin nature that these new rules tend to benefit the author in their pursuit of the goal; which is our chief end in the flesh. So it goes in the world as well. If we decide for ourselves what is good/bad right/wrong beautiful/ugly or ethical/unethical we will do so with a self-justifying bent. That's why it can be said that "A man's morality dictates his theology". He is looking to get what he wants and feel good while he does it. Tyranny likewise is when someone wants to decide jurisdictions, definitions and ethics for themselves. As a person in a supervisory role lifts up the high standard (Gods law) they become an edifice in the process of securing good character in society. (Romans 13) If on the other hand they reject the standards of God they will inevitably punish good character "Manhood" and encourage immaturity "Effeminacy".
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Bending rules
I have often said, because I have children, nieces and nephews – that changing the rules in the middle of a game is the very definition of cheating. It stands to reason because of our sin nature that these new rules tend to benefit the author in their pursuit of the goal; which is our chief end in the flesh. So it goes in the world as well. If we decide for ourselves what is good/bad right/wrong beautiful/ugly or ethical/unethical we will do so with a self-justifying bent. That's why it can be said that "A man's morality dictates his theology". He is looking to get what he wants and feel good while he does it. Tyranny likewise is when someone wants to decide jurisdictions, definitions and ethics for themselves. As a person in a supervisory role lifts up the high standard (Gods law) they become an edifice in the process of securing good character in society. (Romans 13) If on the other hand they reject the standards of God they will inevitably punish good character "Manhood" and encourage immaturity "Effeminacy".
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So true, and so wonderfully put! This reminded me of the testimony of a newly married friend. She explained that before her courtship, she, her now-husband, and their authorities had to set the rules for physical closeness AND agree not to change them...because they knew they would be tempted to change them in the moment. Thanks for your encouragement!
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