Some Think ‘Lord, Lord or Bust’

[newton3005]

Say ‘Hallelujah’…say ‘Lord, Lord.’

Matthew 7:21 says, “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven." To say ‘Lord, Lord’ in this context is a matter of acknowledging Him through words, along the lines of “Yes, Lord.” Well, we know those who will “yes” you to death, but that doesn’t mean they’ll follow through. Some of those people will spend their time yessing and calling the Lord’s name as well, as if they will do what the Lord wants them to do.

But many know that actions speak louder than words, in the sense that it’s the actions that get results. Do you know of anyone that can get a door to open by merely saying “Door open?” without any physical involvement? The key in Matthew 7:21 is to actually do God’s Will instead of saying ‘Lord, Lord’ or ‘Oh Lord, I am at your command.’

One’s faith in God is reflected in what they do, relative to their relationship to God and to others. And one’s works are a by-product of one’s faith in God. James 2:18 establishes that in terms of God, one’s works are inseparable from one’s faith. Matthew 7:21 implies that to just say ‘Lord, Lord’ is not a form of works, unless it amounts to some form of recognized works. Under Matthew 7:21, one’s admittance into the Kingdom of Heaven depends on what they do, not what they say.

One can also say ‘Lord, Lord’ in the context of getting God’s help. That’s what the Hebrews did in their cry to Him when they were in captivity in Egypt. In that context, it’s asking Him to do His Will. The Bible establishes that God loves to be asked, whether it is to ask for freedom from slavery, or, in the case of Solomon, asking for knowledge, and anything else that appeals to Him for help.

What of those who says, “I know him,” in the context of 1 John 2:4? Well, one is only engaging in cacophony unless they keep His Commandments and serve Him. It’s the same cacophony that may reach God’s Ears when you merely say ‘Lord, Lord…’ no purpose, no end result of accomplishment in His Name.

With God, words mean nothing unless they mean something by your actions that are an expression of your faith in Him, including your faith in Him itself.

 

[GRACE ambassador]

...one is only engaging in cacophony unless they keep His Commandments and serve Him...

Ok then, the question remains "which Commandments" does one obey and "serve Him", since
Many are Very Confused about this Important Matter, eh?:

I have decided to follow Jesus?

And, precious friend, Please Be Very Richly Encouraged and Edified
In The Lord Jesus Christ and In His Precious Word Of Truth, Rightly
Divided:

The Bible: The BIG Picture

Amen.

 

[newton3005]

Ok then, the question remains "which Commandments" does one obey and "serve Him", since
Many are Very Confused about this Important Matter, eh?:

In terms of Jesus, it's the two great commandments he espoused which summarizes the Law and the prophets: 1) Love God with all your heart, soul and mind, and 2) Love your neighbor as you love yourself. These are found in Matthew 22:37-39.

 

[quietthinker]

Say ‘Hallelujah’…say ‘Lord, Lord.’

Matthew 7:21 says, “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven." To say ‘Lord, Lord’ in this context is a matter of acknowledging Him through words, along the lines of “Yes, Lord.” Well, we know those who will “yes” you to death, but that doesn’t mean they’ll follow through. Some of those people will spend their time yessing and calling the Lord’s name as well, as if they will do what the Lord wants them to do.

But many know that actions speak louder than words, in the sense that it’s the actions that get results. Do you know of anyone that can get a door to open by merely saying “Door open?” without any physical involvement? The key in Matthew 7:21 is to actually do God’s Will instead of saying ‘Lord, Lord’ or ‘Oh Lord, I am at your command.’

One’s faith in God is reflected in what they do, relative to their relationship to God and to others. And one’s works are a by-product of one’s faith in God. James 2:18 establishes that in terms of God, one’s works are inseparable from one’s faith. Matthew 7:21 implies that to just say ‘Lord, Lord’ is not a form of works, unless it amounts to some form of recognized works. Under Matthew 7:21, one’s admittance into the Kingdom of Heaven depends on what they do, not what they say.

One can also say ‘Lord, Lord’ in the context of getting God’s help. That’s what the Hebrews did in their cry to Him when they were in captivity in Egypt. In that context, it’s asking Him to do His Will. The Bible establishes that God loves to be asked, whether it is to ask for freedom from slavery, or, in the case of Solomon, asking for knowledge, and anything else that appeals to Him for help.

What of those who says, “I know him,” in the context of 1 John 2:4? Well, one is only engaging in cacophony unless they keep His Commandments and serve Him. It’s the same cacophony that may reach God’s Ears when you merely say ‘Lord, Lord…’ no purpose, no end result of accomplishment in His Name.

With God, words mean nothing unless they mean something by your actions that are an expression of your faith in Him, including your faith in Him itself.

The expression 'Lord lord' is a euphemism for lip service, religiosity and hypocrisy.

 

[Ronald David Bruno]

Say ‘Hallelujah’…say ‘Lord, Lord.’

Matthew 7:21 says, “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven." To say ‘Lord, Lord’ in this context is a matter of acknowledging Him through words, along the lines of “Yes, Lord.” Well, we know those who will “yes” you to death, but that doesn’t mean they’ll follow through. Some of those people will spend their time yessing and calling the Lord’s name as well, as if they will do what the Lord wants them to do.

But many know that actions speak louder than words, in the sense that it’s the actions that get results. Do you know of anyone that can get a door to open by merely saying “Door open?” without any physical involvement? The key in Matthew 7:21 is to actually do God’s Will instead of saying ‘Lord, Lord’ or ‘Oh Lord, I am at your command.’

One’s faith in God is reflected in what they do, relative to their relationship to God and to others. And one’s works are a by-product of one’s faith in God. James 2:18 establishes that in terms of God, one’s works are inseparable from one’s faith. Matthew 7:21 implies that to just say ‘Lord, Lord’ is not a form of works, unless it amounts to some form of recognized works. Under Matthew 7:21, one’s admittance into the Kingdom of Heaven depends on what they do, not what they say.

One can also say ‘Lord, Lord’ in the context of getting God’s help. That’s what the Hebrews did in their cry to Him when they were in captivity in Egypt. In that context, it’s asking Him to do His Will. The Bible establishes that God loves to be asked, whether it is to ask for freedom from slavery, or, in the case of Solomon, asking for knowledge, and anything else that appeals to Him for help.

What of those who says, “I know him,” in the context of 1 John 2:4? Well, one is only engaging in cacophony unless they keep His Commandments and serve Him. It’s the same cacophony that may reach God’s Ears when you merely say ‘Lord, Lord…’ no purpose, no end result of accomplishment in His Name.

With God, words mean nothing unless they mean something by your actions that are an expression of your faith in Him, including your faith in Him itself.

Matthew taught Jewish Christians and is the most Jewish gospel compared to the others. It starts with a genealogy, not a sermon that one would begin with teaching Gentiles.
Look at the context, the Lord is speaking to Jews, who as you said called out to the Lord in the Old Testament.
Look at the next verse: "Many will say to Me in that day, ‘Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Your name, cast out demons in Your name, and done many wonders in Your name?" Did the Gentiles know the Lord, prophecy in His name, cast out demons? What unbeliever in Christ could claim this to His face without lying?
None, they worshipped false gods. The Jews knew God and miracles were performed through them.
These particularly are Jews who didn't receive Jesus as Lord but now realize He is Lord. They were not loving to Christians, you know, the prideful, stiff necked type who looked down on Christians, thought they were better, tried to live by the Law and thought salvation came by observing the Law.
Also in Matt. 25:35-40 again He talking to the Jews:
"For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, 36 I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.’

37 “Then the righteous (Jews) will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? 38 When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? 39 When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?’

40 “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters ( Christians) of mine, you did for me.’

Besides all that, what is the will of the Father?
John 6:40 "The will of the Father is to believe in the Son". That is not all, of course we are to do everything else He told us to do - but that does 't earn salvation. Faith in HIM does.
According to Rom. 11, a remnant t Jewish population will be saved, likely evangelize by the two witnesses during the Great Tribulation. Thw remnant > 1/3 of some 15 million will be counted as all Israel.