Today's Reading
Joshua. Reading this reminds me of just how interdependent the Israelites were at that time in their history. When it was time to share part of the land with the priestly tribe (Levi), they all had a part. When they thought three tribal groups were building their own altar in rebellion against God (rest of the story is tomorrow), they were afraid that the entire nation might be punished. I think that we who follow Christ in this place and time are beginning to learn how interdependent we need to be, also.
Luke shows us that the stone which the builders rejected has become the cornerstone. He is the cornerstone of our lives and our hope. The parable of the tenant farmers really struck me this past weekend. We had so many people baptized -- a harvest! As I was praying about this, the Scripture came home to me: this harvest is His, not ours! We are just to care for it. Each one belongs to Him and we must be faithful to feed water them, helping them to grow up in Him.
Psalms. If the highest angelic powers stand in awe before God, how much more should we humble ourselves before Him?
Proverbs. Perhaps the most important quality of a good reputation is to have and use Biblical wisdom. "Good sense."
That's it for today. What speaks to you? What puzzles you?
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Love the Lord your God, walk in all his ways, obey his commands, hold firmly to him, and serve him with all your heart and all your soul.
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Words to live by and do!
Thanks Ranelle!
ReplyDeleteI agree with what Sam said about the harvest belonging to the Lord. I get so frustrated when I see Christians bragging about what is happening at their church or seeking recognition for it. If we are going to brag, let's brag about what God has done!