Monday, 17 September 2018

What You Can Learn From The Account Of Noahs Flood

By Janet Jones


Noah was 480 years old when God called him to build an ark. Noah succeeded and today, his story is read is learned in almost every religious setting. People love to reflect on Noahs flood because of the lessons derivable from the story. There are more than 7 lessons one can get by reflecting on the incident.

The first thing that is noticeable in the account is Noah's obedience. Noah was willing to do what God was instructing him to do despite his age. It is possible that his willingness must have attracted God's grace upon him to do the job according to all the specifications that were given to him. Bringing in all the animals was also another task but Noah did not disobey even though it must not have been an easy task either.

Those who say that God cannot destroy mankind should be aware of this story. God was so angry at his creature that he vowed to destroy it with water and He did just that. God is always eager to do good and to bless his people but those who make him angry will receive his terrible wrath.

Also, if God has said something, just be sure that it will happen even though it tarries. The warning Noah gave lasted for months but the people took him as a drunkard. They despised him saying he was an old man. This means that God can choose anyone to do His work for Him.

This story should not let the devil succeed in making you think that God really wants a man to perish. He is only concerned about man's evil deeds and will put an end to it if it persists. In His attempt to do this, He provides another way of escape lest man realizes his faults and turn to him.

The story of Noah and the flood also explains that when one is in God, he is fully protected from evil even though they may not be far. Men, therefore, ought to turn to God for protection rather than seek other means of doing so. While sin deprives one of God's protection, abiding in Him brings man's redemption. With all the troubles in the world today, man is better off serving God.

Even though Noah was discouraged by people who were mocking Him, he still did not give up. He was bent on finishing God's work despite what others thought about him. Although he did not have an idea of what the flood was, he had faith in God and believed that he was capable of doing what he said.

The account of Noah and the ark is an ageless story. As long as the world remains, its lessons remain vital for anyone who is serious about following God. It is useful to encourage those who dare to be different in areas that are inflicted with corruption, immorality, and sin in general. It is there a Christian's responsibility to let everyone know that God is always watching to know those who are always faithful to Him.




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