The Gravity of Sin

Read 2 Chronicles 34:14-21

Reflection of Tommy:

Nowadays, no one is safe or protected from the influence of immoral worldview ideas that bombard us constantly from television, film, music, newspapers, magazines, books, etc. Sadly, as they are so appealing to the desires of the flesh, many unknowingly incorporate them into their own personal worldview. Very often we see how people making excuses for sinning, blaming others, and treating it lightly.

We know God does not and never take sin lightly; He even sacrificed His one and only Son to redeem us from the penalty of sin! Instead of pretending that our sin is nothing or not such a "big deal", we should start taking it and God's commands seriously; knowing how severely it can affect us and others. Seek God's Word daily and diligently, asking the guidance and help of the Holy Spirit for wisdom and discernment.

Dear Father, thank You for constantly revealing to me my ways that are wrong and against Your will and plan for me. Teach me to be sensitive to Your voices through reading of Your Word, faithful friends You brought into my life and the works of the Holy Spirit in me. I pray I will have a willing heart to obey and be firm in my commitment to follow Christ wholeheartedly. In Jesus' Name I pray, Amen.

Visible Reminders

Read Deuteronomy 6:1-9

Reflection of Tommy:

There are few verses I memorized by hard in the Bible. There are not some magical mantra but they help me in remembering God's promises and His encouragement for my steps of obedience to Him.

Dear Father, thank You for Your Word that guide and lead my ways. Forgive me of not being diligent and obedient in seeking Your Word closely. Lord, lead me to take time each day to read, study and meditate on Your Word. In Jesus' Name I pray, Amen.

Handle With Care

Read Acts 20:27-32

"I commend you to God and to the word of His grace, which is able to build you up." — Acts 20:32

Reflection of Tommy:

Paul cared so much for these believers that he cried over their needs (v31). He called them to be shepherds of the church of God (v28) to be always on guard, protecting themselves and other believers from bad influences around them (v30).

Similarly, we too can build strong relationships with other believers through genuine love, care, concern, sharing and praying with one another. In times of trial and difficulties, we can encourage, comfort and build one another up by giving ourselves away to others in joyful service.

Dear Father, thank You for bringing me in contact with many believers in fellowship; to grow together and responding in love and care with one another. Guard my heart and mind always, seeking Your Word daily and be guided by the Holy Spirit to be a shepherd in leading more people to know You. I pray this in Jesus’ Name, Amen.