Today's Reading
Numbers. It's a dangerous thing to disobey God, then try to undo it by disobeying Him again. Far too often, parents let their kids "whine them" into changing a decision. God won't be manipulated like that!
Mark. Jesus refused to answer the trumped-up charges, but answered truthfully about who He is. It's a great lesson for us.
If you wonder about the discrepancy between Mark, where the rooster was described as crowing twice, and the other accounts, remember that Peter himself was Mark's primary source of material. This is essentially Peter's story as he must have told it first-hand. Consequently, twice is probably the accurate answer.
Psalms today reminds me of something Jeremiah said: the hearts of people are desperately wicked. Only God can undo that condition!
Proverbs. If we are living in a day of economic judgment, it would be good to heed this verse.
Fire away, you guys. What do you notice today?
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So much in Numbers today! I have been the Israelite in this story many times in my life; thinking God's way is too hard or uncomfortable and venturing out on my own.
ReplyDeleteI know I've said it before, but the story of Jesus' death is so powerful. Especially the denial by his disciples really stood out to me.
Numbers - Each time I read of Jesus' faithful servant Peter denying Him 3 times, my heart breaks for him. I have pondered how I would react if my life depended on denying Him many times, and in my own heart, I feel as Peter did when he said he would NEVER deny the Lord. I, too, cannot see myself denying my Lord and Saviour. But if Peter did, I would imagine weak little "me" would most likely choose life also. I ask forgiveness for even the thought.
ReplyDeleteI like the last part of Proverbs today - "right living..." it's a simple reminder to follow God and trust Him. I need to start each day with this thought.
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