ORDER

1st Corinthians 14:33, 40
Holy Bible. New Living Translation copyright © 1996, 2004 by Tyndale Charitable Trust.

A Call to Orderly Worship

33 For God is not a God of disorder but of peace, as in all the meetings of God’s holy people.

40 But be sure that everything is done properly and in order.


According to Scripture, God has instituted authority structure in the spheres of marriage, parenting, the church and the state. While self-centeredness has led to frequent abuse of authority within these spheres, these structures have proven necessary to stem the tide of anarchy and lawlessness that would otherwise prevail in a society of fallen people.

Where is it that you need to show more respect and honor for the authority structure which God is currently using to keep the peace? Where might your self-centeredness be abusing the power given you within a defined structure, which God does not intend?