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Will there be more casualties of war in America? As I talked to David Drum, author of " Peace Talks: The Good News of Jesus in a Donkey Elephant War", he brought to light that " Up to 90% of the country ( Rwanda) had been baptized Christian, but they had never been discipled. Their identity had never become an identity in Christ... In a time of war, they reverted back to their tribal identity instead of living out their Christian identity. We are at a pivotal time in our country, and who we identify with will determine whether we experience abundant life as Christ offers(John 10:10) or more division and destruction. Drum goes on to say "as followers of Jesus, we've got to take the lead in being peacemakers." But, these are not just the words of Drum, but of Jesus when he says " Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God."(Matthew 5:9) Do you identify with being a child of God first? If so, then you are called to be a peacemaker!
- Psalm 90:11-17 - Romans 16:1-27 -1 Chronicles 15:1-16:36 Summary: In order to lead well, a person must first know how to follow instructions well. David was a good leader but failed to inquire of God about the Ark, and how it should be moved which resulted in Uzzah dying. After reading the above passages I realize that being a good leader is not just about influence. Because one can influence people to jump off a cliff, and where does that leave everybody? DEAD... Ultimately we are following God's word because he created this world...from his WORD! If we're not following God's word, I don't care how much influence a leader has, because it will only lead to death. The quotes " Readers are Leaders" stands out to me, because one needs to go back and read the history before they can build a solid future. There is so much wisdom from the past, and we should use it to make wise decisions about the future
Today's Readings:
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After reading the above passages I am reminded where my strength comes from, and who to look when I need help. Many times we go running all over the place trying to get support, but when David put all his hope in God, God brought about strong support through mighty men. We shouldn't look to please ourselves, but look to build others, and do good for the Kingdom. When we submit ourselves fully to God, he causes people to submit to us.
Faithful Family & Friends
Today’s Readings
- Proverbs 18:17-19:2
- Romans 14:1-18
- 1Chronicles 9:1b-10:14
Summary: We must be careful how we speak to and about one another ESPECIALLY in church. Church is a place of life, but when members gossip, lie and become hypocritical judges it turns the environment into a dysfunctional unproductive place. God’s desire is that we work in harmony, be fruitful, multiply, and that starts with the “ fruit of our lips”(Proverbs 18:20). Faithful family, and friends will always speak God’s words faithfully, and build each person up according to their needs as Ephesians 4:29 instructs us to do. “ Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.” Ephesians 4:29 (NIV)
Today's Readings
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Today's Reading:
Summary
As we read through today's passages we learn of God's faithfulness. God is forever faithful and loving. He promised not to take his love away from David's sons even if they went astray. Yet he did not let them go unpunished (Psalm 89:32). The same promise is for us. God will not take his love from us, but he will correct us. Love doesn't mean " Do whatever you want" it means we tell people the truth in love so they can grow closer to God ( Ephesians 4:15).
Other Supporting Scripture :
Because the Lord disciplines the one he loves, and he chastens everyone he accepts as his son." - Hebrews 12:6
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