Do not be unfaithful to God. (1 Chronicles 5:24-25)

1 Chronicles 5:24-25

 

New Living Translation (NLT)

 

²⁴ These were the leaders of their clans: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel. These men had a great reputation as mighty warriors and leaders of their clans.

²⁵ But these tribes were unfaithful to the God of their ancestors. They worshiped the gods of the nations that God had destroyed.

As warriors and leaders, these men had established excellent reputations for their great skill and leadership qualities. But in God's eyes they failed in the most important quality - being faithful to God. If you try to measure up to society's standards for fame and success, you may neglect your true purpose - to please and obey God. In the end, God alone examines our hearts and determines our final standing.

Joe