What You Should Know

“Do you not know that the saints will judge the world … Do you not know that we shall judge angels? […] Do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God?”—1 Corinthians 6:2–3, 9 NKJV

Paul wanted to make sure his readers had a clear understanding of what they knew. The words here translated as “do you not know” are repeated six times in this chapter. Paul wanted it to be clear that there was a gap between what these Corinthians should know and what they were doing. They had received instructions and been taught the truth. But they were not living according to what they should know. This gap caused many problems.

Gaps like these can cause trouble for us as well. To experience victorious living and God’s blessings, we need to know His promises and put them into practice. We may experience problems because we are not living according to the promises of the Bible, what we should know. These gaps may be the source of conflict and anger, confusion and uncertainty, frustration and bitterness, and other mistakes.

Today, remember that God wants to bless you, answer your prayers, and give you victory. He wants you to experience the blessings of a covenant relationship with Him. But this requires that you be sure of what you know and confident in Him. Have you filled your mind and heart with the promises in His Word? Make sure that the Bible is the foundation of your life.

How sure are you about what you believe? Make sure you know His truths and put them into practice.

Reflection Question: What can you do today to increase your knowledge of the Word?