1 Corinthians 4:1-5 God Knows

1 Corinthians 4:1-5 NIV
There are times when things just don't seem to be going as they should be. It is times like these when it is good to remember that what we think we see isn't always how it actually is. Do not be too quick to judge. We may not be able to figure out how good will come from it all. But, be assured God knows what good He can and will bring from these circumstances. Do not lose heart. God is with you and He has a plan for you. (Rom 8:28)

God's Peace - Pr. J

Luke 12:1-12 What You Have Said In The Dark

Luke 12:1-12 NIV
I'm figuring that everyone has secrets. Some are good. Some are bad. Some are just pure gossip that really are not secrets at all. They're not secrets because they are spread from household to household, behind closed doors, presumably in the dark, so no one else will know. But, everyone knows the lies that have been told; the damage one attempted to cause while living in the darkness.

Here's the kicker: the secret does not remain secret. It will eventually be revealed by the light. Sooner or later the door opens and the sun comes out. The truth is known. One day, all will know the secret. But, for now, it is enough to know that God knows.

Speak with integrity. Speak with truth. Live in the light of Christ.

God's Peace - Pr. J

Psalm 11 - God Sees

"He observes everyone on earth; his eyes examine them." (11:4b NIV)

Now that is both law and gospel!  God sees everything that goes on under the sun.  He is with you when you are persecuted.  He is with you when you persecute.  It is good news to those who follow in His way.  It is not good news for those who would rather their wicked ways not be seen by others and try to hide what is in the secret recesses of their hearts.  For even if no other human being sees what it is that we contrive within our hearts, what we do, God sees.  God knows.

There are no secrets that can be hid from Him.  God is with you always.  As we begin a new day, we are reminded that God sees, God knows, all that we say and think and do. 

God's Peace - Pr. J