Did God Really Say…?

“Now the serpent was more crafty than any of the wild animals the Lord God had made. He said to the woman, “Did God really say, ‘You must not eat from any tree in the garden’?”

 Genesis 3:1

 

“Did God really say…?”

I suppose at its most basic that question raises doubts, not only about what God said but also, about His ability to communicate with His creation.

“Maybe God said that to you but did He really mean ‘surrender all’”

Or

“Gods’ never said that to me, are you sure that’s what He meant?”

To raise doubt in the heart of a believer one can first question what He said or how we understand what God said.

If that is the case then scriptures teach us that we are to seek out trusted godly counsel in confirming the words of God spoken into our lives.  

But sadly that is a step many are not willing to take.

Eve had the opportunity to talk with Adam.

Adam and Eve had the opportunity to bring their doubts to God Himself.

The fruit was just too tempting and the deceiver just too crafty.

Maybe I can check with God afterwards!

After what?

After disobedience?

After succumbing to temptation?

After ignoring the clear command of God?

How about questioning before?

God will never turn away the child honestly seeking the truth.

Are you unsure of the next step in your life?

Does the recent word God spoke to you still leave you with questions?

Before you walk away, walk toward God.

Seek His counsel and the counsel of those who have walked with Him for many years.

Ultimately, obedience will still require faith on your part but you will have taken a step in the right direction by seeking Him.

God is not  put off when you are earnestly seeking to do His will.