A common phrase we use when talking about logical situations is “cause
and effect.” Nothing just happens. When something does happen there is a
cause. Let’s break down this simple axiom and then look at “causes and
effects” in God’s Word.
Definition:
Cause – kôz – The producer of an effect, result or consequence.
One responsible for an action or a result. Basis for an action or a result.
Effect – ĭ-fĕkt′ - Something brought about by a cause
or an agent. A result. An effect is produced by the action of an agent or a
cause and follows it in time.
When we read God’s Word we see “cause and effect.” For instance: Adam
did the one thing God told him not to do. The result was the loss of spirit
life. The cause was disobeying God and the effect was spiritual death. Here is
a list of other examples. Perhaps with this simple logic we can learn the
simplicity of how to make the Word of God live for us.
| CAUSE |
EFFECT |
| Doing Romans 10:9 |
Saved, born again with God’s spirit |
| Prayers for others |
God covers and intercedes |
| Speaking in tongues |
Built up spiritually, make intercession for the saints,
speak to God etc. |
| Delight yourself in the Lord |
He shall give you the desires of your heart (Psalms 37:4) |
Have the Word of God around you and
write it in your heart |
Find favor and understanding in God’s sight and man’s
sight (Prov. 3:4) |
Trust in the Lord and not on your own
thinking and acknowledge God |
God will absolutely direct your paths (Proverbs 3:5) |
| Carnally minded |
Death (Romans 8:6) |
| Spiritually minded |
Life and peace (Romans 8:6) |
| Love of God |
Never fails |
By Barney Barnhart and Bob Lindfelt
