These three-love, edification, order-having their rightful place with us, will conduce to the well-being of the saints and to the praise of the name we love, “in all the assemblies. Therefore, “Let ALL things be done decently and in order.” The arrangement of the seats, the supply of books (not torn or untidy), the care for all the details connected with the comfort of those present, may well be thought of beforehand, and everything carried out in a decent and orderly way, “with reverence and godly fear.” In these and in all other ways we should seek to be found doing everything as in the presence of God, desiring His glory and the good of His loved ones. Will save from being found so far behind.” Some quaint lines may be quoted as to this, which state truth, though their poetry may leave something to be desired: 1 Corinthians 14:40 (All verses KJV unless otherwise stated) 'For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.' Isaiah 55:9 For God is the King of all the earth: sing ye praises with understanding. Douay-Rheims Bible But let all things be done decently, and according to order. Let all things be done decently and in order. Berean Study Bible But everything must be done in a proper and orderly manner. American Standard Version But let all things be done decently and in order. English Standard Version (ESV) The Holy Bible, English Standard Version. But all things should be done decently and in order. A little forethought will often prevent the disturbance of a meeting caused by late arrivals. 1 Corinthians 14:40 in all English translations. In this connection our coming to the meetings at the hour arranged should be considered. On the Grand Ecclesiastical Canon let All Things Be Done Decently and in Order, a Sermon (English, Paperback, Hodgson John Ma) Partner OfferBuy this product. There is a propriety of conduct which is right, and an orderly carrying out of everything is called for in the fear of God. Having to say to these holy things we should avoid all tumult and unquietness, all conflict and contention, and any thing of any kind which would disturb the calm and quiet of the meeting (see Acts 9:31). All works smoothly for the good of His creatures. We see order in creation and in providence. God is not the Author of confusion but of peace. That is to be sought which is comely and suitable in connection with the holy things of God. This exhortation has to say to that which is outward and manifest. But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come having a form of godliness but denying its power. Ephesians 4:31-32 states, 'Put away from you all bitterness and wrath and anger and wrangling and slander, together with all malice, and be kind to one another, tender hearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ has forgiven you.' Dealing with clutter, physical or spiritual, is a life-long endeavor. Let all things be done decently and in order. “LET ALL THINGS BE DONE DECENTLY AND IN ORDER” ( 1 Cor 14:40). Let all things be done decently and in order.
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