Who Sets the Standard?

Good Morning, 

In a football game, there is a group of referees, but the one with the white hat is usually the one who makes the final call.

There are also times in some sports when someone may review the call from outside or use a replay to determine if a call is right. 

In legal matters there are courts and higher courts.  Ultimately, we have a Constitution.  

Whatever the situation, someone has AUTHORITY to make the call for right and wrong.  Building codes have inspectors and manuals on codes.  Engine manufacturers have manuals detailing specifics about maintenance and repairs.  

In summary, everything has someone or something telling us right and wrong.  It is not shocking or an abuse of power; it is natural. 

Only a few options exist when it comes to who makes the call on right and wrong in our lives:

1. Friends

2. Human Authorities 

3. A Church 

4. Personal Opinion

5. The Bible. 

Of these, which one has any true right to be the authority?

When someone says,"The Bible says so,” do not panic. It is normal for the manufacturer, the boss, or the owner to set standards.  

When someone ignores the umpire or the boss, there is a good chance they will be called out or put out. 

When God sets a standard and humanity (in all their wisdom and insight) feels they know better than God, do not be surprised if the situation does not go well. 

Let us step into 2025 trusting the TRUE authority.  

Pastor