James 2:10
"Whosoever shall keep the whole law, and yet offend in one point, he is guilty of all." James 2:10 It emphasises on the fact that all sin is equal so we should try our best to rid ourselves completely of all sins so we won't be hypocrits like the pharisees but true servants & followers of the Lord Jesus Christ.
1 Corinthians 13:4-7
"Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always
Ex:34:9:
And he said, If now I have found grace in thy sight, O Lord, let my Lord, I pray thee, go among us; for it is a stiffnecked people; and pardon our iniquity and our sin, and take us for thine inheritance.
Featuring: Ps:25:4:
Shew me thy ways, O Lord; teach me thy paths. I read this verse whenever am confused, want to know more about God, or whenever i run out of prayers.
Starting or Finishing ???
Jn:17:4: I have glorified thee on the earth: I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do.
Acts:20:24: But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, whi God the Father had given Jesus specific objectives to fulfill on earth. Paul had been given specific tasks by Christ as well, (Ac:9:15-16).
Both Deity and mortal man said at the end of their ministries, that they had completed their purposes ... (on earth).
We are taught w.r.t. career and world living, that it is important to set goals, and work hard towards them. To achieve our greatest potential. However, are we setting spiritual objectives as well??? Does it matter to us that we are of both spirit and the body and that the Word commands us to seek the Will of God first and then some. And that the spiritual things are eternal and counts for more than this life?
It is sobering to think about laying up the "right" treasures in the "right bank."
Featuring: Is:6:8:
Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me. I think it's so awesome that Isaiah was willing to do anything the Lord said. I hope when He asks whom shall He send, I can say 'Here am I Lord send me' no questions asked. Can you do the same?
Featuring: Ps:15:
1: Lord, who shall abide in thy tabernacle? who shall dwell in thy holy hill?
2: He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righteousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart.
3: He that backbiteth not with his tongue, nor doeth evil to his neigh A person who desires to create a positive image has to be concerned with the needs of people and society. This includes an interest in preserving the environment, caring for the poor, not discriminating against the stranger and treating everyone fairly
