Sometimes, understanding the Bible can be difficult, especially in sections of Scripture like the Old Testament prophets. And yet, even in those sections of the Bible, there are also profoundly simple truths. For example, listen to Amos 5:14-15:
“Seek good, and not evil, that you may live; and so the Lord, the God of hosts, will be with you, as you have said. Hate evil, and love good, and establish justice in the gate; it may be that the Lord, the God of hosts, will be gracious to the remnant of Joseph.”
That’s pretty straightforward. What should we do today? We should pursue good things instead of evil things. As you make decisions today, ask, “Is this good or evil?” and choose what’s good. Love good and hate evil. Don’t seek to be entertained or fulfilled through things that go against God’s will. Pleasing the Lord isn’t a great mystery. Choose goodness and love what is right.