Matthew 11
What jumped out at me?
Verse 1-2 “ How the gold has lost its luster,
the fine gold become dull!
The sacred gems are scattered
at every street corner.
2 How the precious children of Zion,
once worth their weight in gold,
are now considered as pots of clay,
the work of a potter’s hands!
Instantly I understood the words of this prophecy. It reminds me of the importance of revering and fearing God. Israel lost or was going to lose some of the blessings of the Lord, which they seem to have taken for granted and chosen to accept sin into their lives.
Why it Jumped Out
I am reminded to respect the awe of God out of holy respect in my personal life. All things are held together by the Word of His power, and I certainly need Him to hold me together. Therefore, I am thankful for His goodness and kindness through grace and mercy towards me. I would not be satisfied if I turned towards sin and abandoned God. I would not be pleased if God didn’t bless me with His Presence, guidance, protection, promise and hope in Him.
How this changes my life
- I want to be pleasing in His sight. I want my ways, thoughts, words and actions to be pleasing to Him. Truthfully, I want to be used by God and I want Him to keep me, my loved ones and everyone from falling.
Prayer
- God, I thank you for your love, blessings and so much more. Thank you for Jesus, for forgiveness, The Holy Spirit and Your Holy Word. Thank you for life health and strength. Thank you for friends and family. Thank you for opportunities. Now, unto to You who is Able to keep us from falling, keep my from sin and order my footsteps into You.
In Jesus Name, Amen.