The Wisdom of the Proverbs:
Proverbs 28:11 (NLT)
Rich people may think they are wise, but a poor person with discernment can see right through them.
The Encouragement of the Psalms:
Psalm 119:1-3 (NLT)
Joyful are people of integrity, who follow the instructions of the LORD.
Joyful are those who obey his laws and search for him with all their hearts.
They do not compromise with evil, and they walk only in his paths.
The Hope of the Old Testament:
Psalm 119:4-8 (NLT)
You have charged us to keep your commandments carefully.
Oh, that my actions would consistently reflect your decrees!
Then I will not be ashamed when I compare my life with your commands.
As I learn your righteous regulations, I will thank you by living as I should!
I will obey your decrees. Please don't give up on me!
The Gospel Message:
James 5:10-11 (NLT)
For examples of patience in suffering, dear brothers and sisters, look at the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord.
We give great honor to those who endure under suffering. For instance, you know about Job, a man of great endurance. You can see how the Lord was kind to him at the end, for the Lord is full of tenderness and mercy.
Observation:
There is a lot of pain, suffering, and sin in this world today. It is all around us. I am reminded of a song that says, "In times like these, you need a Savior." Do you have an anchor on which you can build your life?
There is not one among us who is perfect. When pointing at others, three fingers are looking back at us.
Romans 3:21-23 (HCSB)
But now, apart from the law, God's righteousness has been revealed—attested by the Law and the Prophets
—that is, God's righteousness through faith in Jesus Christ, to all who believe, since there is no distinction.
For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.
Prayer:
Our Father in heaven, I pray that the Holy Spirit of God will fall afresh within the hearts of Your people, and on the hearts of nonbelievers until every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord.
Father, tune our hearts to be hearers and doers of the Word of God. Father, teach us to pray prayers like this and be quick to obey.
Psalm 119:5 (NLT)
Oh, that my actions would consistently reflect your decrees!
Psalm 119:7-8 (NLT)
As I learn your righteous regulations, I will thank you by living as I should!
I will obey your decrees. Please don't give up on me!
1 Samuel 3:10 (NLT)
10 And the LORD came and called as before, "Samuel! Samuel!" And Samuel replied, "Speak, your servant is listening."
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