Today's daily meditation
Friday,/3rd/July/2009
He is a shield to all who come to him for protection.
Do not add to his words,
or he may rebuke you and expose you as a liar.
Proverbs 30:5-6
Meditation
This is worth reflecting on. Sometimes we know the truth but find it hard to live up to, I know I do. Others philosophise and cover it up. But when we read it in the bible and live up to it's standards we will know what it is to be free. Jesus said: Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." - John 8:32
David said that the word of God was a lamp to his feet. It was a guide and governed the actions of the king. Here are some of David's thoughts on the word, all of which can be found in Psalms 119:
1 Joyful are people of integrity,
who follow the instructions of the Lord.
2 Joyful are those who obey his laws
and search for him with all their hearts.
3 They do not compromise with evil,
and they walk only in his paths.
4 You have charged us
to keep your commandments carefully.
9 How can a young person stay pure?
By obeying your word.
13 I have recited aloud
all the regulations you have given us.
14 I have rejoiced in your laws
as much as in riches.
15 I will study your commandments
and reflect on your ways.
16 I will delight in your decrees
and not forget your word.
And the verses go on.. Don't forget to give time to God's word today and where you find you fall short take your burden to God in prayer. This "active" approach to seeking God will plant your foundations on the rock. You will see many being blown about by the wind of human "progressive" thought which for the most part isn't anchored on God's word (mentioned in Pauls letter) and many others who are also confused and have no standard to follow. Instead you will be like a tree planted beside still waters and your fruit in life (and more importantly in heaven) will be plentiful.
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"Come, see a man who told me everything I ever did. Could this be the Christ?" John 4:29
Two things stand out, connected, in the story of the Samaritan woman. "Come see a man who told me everything I ever did" she cries to her people. Jesus knew exactly who she was and where she was in her life... He chose to come and speak to her. I believe he showed her who she was! And suddenly she knew she was lacking. |
