Psalm 37:37 Mark the perfect man, and behold the upright: for the end of that man is peace.

For a better understanding of what is considered here a perfect man, let us look to the Hebrew meaning. It is tam H8535 and is defined as complete; usually (morally) pious; specifically, gentle, dear: which is not necessarily how the world defines perfection. Also looking to the meaning of end, there is one word hidden among others which are obvious but significant. The word is issue, not having an issue but rather in the sense of fruit; e.g. fruit of the spirit.

This walk with Christ should be marked with peace issues. As I ended with yesterday with the words, “Peace is the road to maturity.” See how this verse applies to your walk with Christ.

Colossians 3:15 And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful.

If you can find this peace of God in your heart you will discover that the next false step you are about to take will be missing that peace with God. That peace is very much a part of the lamp unto your feet.

Psalm 119:104-105 Through thy precepts I get understanding: therefore I hate every false way. Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.

The world, Satan and evil doers will do anything and everything to destroy that peace. Their cry is “if it feels good do it.” God’s peace does not scream at you. You have to seek it, know it and hold it dear.

Proverbs 3:17-18 Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace. She is a tree of life to them that lay hold upon her: and happy is every one that retaineth her.

Read all of Proverb 3 to discover her identity.

Hebrews 6:2 (AMP) of teaching about washings (ritual purifications), the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment. [These are all important matters in which you should have been proficient long ago.]

There is no graduation ceremony from this elementary education in growing in Christ. There is however an encouragement to thoroughly understand the basic tenents before you move on to higher learning.

I chose the Amplified version of the bible specifically to avoid the word baptism. Every religion has their own spin on how it is performed, what it means, and what it does for you. Many people have strong feelings about those rituals and that is why I would prefer not to interfere with your instructions in the administration of faith. I will not ask you to choose right or wrong in this matter and my personal beliefs should not be put forth as a standard where there is so many passionate objections. Just allow me to say study the subject enough to be led to the truth and do not make it an issue to hold against another’s opinion. It isn’t worth breaking fellowship over.

The laying on of hands, once again, practiced by some administrations and not others. Performed correctly by some, in error by others and how I know that is by experience with various forms of administrations. I personally do not believe that belongs in elementary school but rather in high school but since there is no graduation ceremony here, perhaps I am being a little picky on the subject.

Study the Old Testament to come to at least a partial understanding of the resurrection of the dead, when it was done, why it was done, what was the end result, and how that pattern might color your understanding in our present condition. Once again, I am not telling you what is right or wrong about this important matter, only that you should study it and find the truth in the matter. You will find many different opinions on this also.

The same can be said of eternal judgment. There is probably no more heated argument over scriptures than eternal judgment. Once again, I leave this to the teachings of your local administration of faith to discuss and be made clear. It is not my place to disparage any administration except to ask you to seek peace of mind and conscience in these matters. Peace is the road to maturity.