Ignorance Isn't Really Bliss

Rom 1:13 "Now, I would not have you ignorant, brethren..."

I don't know who came up with that statement, but it has caused many people to become complacent and not seek for the answers. Some people like to apply that to potential tragic situation, such as "I am happy not knowing that I have cancer." But, in reality, knowledge is bliss, rather than ignorance. With knowledge comes the ability to face the situation and deal with it in a logical and productive manner. Knowledge also brings hope and faith. Romans 10:17 tells us the "faith cometh by hearing and hearing by the Word of God". The more that we get into God's Holy Word, the more that we learn about Him. The more that we know about Him the more that we can see how He wants to be involved in our lives and how He can do marvelous things to take care of us. Ephesians 2:12 reminds us that before we were saved we were without God in this world and had no hope. Sadly, there are Christians today that face seemingly incurable diseases and feel hopeless because they are now aware that our God is the Great Physician. There are those who have lost their jobs that are in despair because they don't realize that God said He would supply our every need. Where is the bliss in that ignorance? So, take some time out of your busy schedule and learn about God. You will be glad that you did.