Through the Bible - Psalms 138-142, 1 Corinthians 11
For this weekend's verse we'll turn to the book of Proverbs to three verses which tell us the things that God hates. Hate is a strong word especially in this context. We should be aware of these in our lives.
Proverbs 6:16-19 (Amplified Bible)These six things the Lord hates, indeed, seven are an abomination to Him:
17A proud look [the spirit that makes one overestimate himself and underestimate others], a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, 18A heart that manufactures wicked thoughts and plans, feet that are swift in running to evil, 19A false witness who breathes out lies [even under oath], and he who sows discord among his brethren.
The political climate is heating up around the country. Angry words are being tossed everywhere. The "spin doctors" are at in if full force, twisting their stories to make absurd things sound appealing. Fales statements are being made, even under oath, promises made in campaigns that the politician may have no intention of holding to or following through on. Oh that the politicians would hear and be convicted of these words.
But what about us as Christians? Are we as Christians to join in the fray?
We should use God's Word daily to examine our lives, our thoughts and actions. These verses would be a good starting point. Put aside pride and the prideful look. Don't overestimate ourselves and underestimate others. Seek to to good and not evil to everyone, even those that may be on the opposing side of a matter. Speak the truth in love and don't sow discord.
As often happens with me, a song came to mind. "Teaching the Truth in Love" by Accapella.
Are we teaching the truth in love
Telling it like it is
Are we holding pure motives,
Showing that we care
Are we teaching the truth in love
A man came to my Jesus
Telling all that he had done
To fulfill the good commandments
He knew every single one
But Jesus said there's something
That indeed he did lack
The savior told the truth
He didn't hold the message back
He was teaching the truth in love
Telling it like it is
While holding pure motives
And showing that He cared
He was teaching the truth in love
A woman caught in evil and without an alibi
The truth, so very obvious, made no attempt to lie
With all the foes against her how she felt so all alone
Until Jesus asked the people who would throw the first stone
He was teaching the truth in love
Telling it like it is
While holding pure motives
And showing that He cared
He was teaching the truth in love, in love, in love, in love
Sometimes it's hard to know exactly how we are to share
With our Master's words of confidence, directly, do we dare?
Should we water down the message, should we tell them only parts?
Will they see Him in our message, will they see Him in our hearts?
Telling it like it is
Are we holding pure motives,
Showing that we care
Are we teaching the truth in love
A man came to my Jesus
Telling all that he had done
To fulfill the good commandments
He knew every single one
But Jesus said there's something
That indeed he did lack
The savior told the truth
He didn't hold the message back
He was teaching the truth in love
Telling it like it is
While holding pure motives
And showing that He cared
He was teaching the truth in love
A woman caught in evil and without an alibi
The truth, so very obvious, made no attempt to lie
With all the foes against her how she felt so all alone
Until Jesus asked the people who would throw the first stone
He was teaching the truth in love
Telling it like it is
While holding pure motives
And showing that He cared
He was teaching the truth in love, in love, in love, in love
Sometimes it's hard to know exactly how we are to share
With our Master's words of confidence, directly, do we dare?
Should we water down the message, should we tell them only parts?
Will they see Him in our message, will they see Him in our hearts?
May those around us see Him in our message and in our hearts.
In Christ,
Mike
mikevw@bellsouth.net
http://mikesvotd.blogspot.com
Eph 1:7 In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God's grace NIV
Mike
mikevw@bellsouth.net
http://mikesvotd.blogspot.com
Eph 1:7 In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God's grace NIV
Proverbs 6:16-22
16These six things the Lord hates, indeed, seven are an abomination to Him:
16These six things the Lord hates, indeed, seven are an abomination to Him:
17A proud look [the spirit that makes one overestimate himself and underestimate others], a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood,
18A heart that manufactures wicked thoughts and plans, feet that are swift in running to evil,
19A false witness who breathes out lies [even under oath], and he who sows discord among his brethren.
20My son, keep your father's [God-given] commandment and forsake not the law of [God] your mother [taught you].
21Bind them continually upon your heart and tie them about your neck.
22When you go, they [the words of your parents' God] shall lead you; when you sleep, they shall keep you; and when you waken, they shall talk with you.
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