Wednesday in the word.
DIVINE MAJESTY AND HUMAN DIGNITY
At the heart of Psalm 8 is an enduring question: “What are human beings that you are mindful of them, mortals that you care for them?” (v.4) Specifically, what is humankind, or what is a single human person, in the grand scheme of God’s vast and magnificent creation? What value, significance, purpose, or merit do we have, such that God chooses to be “mindful” of us?
LIVING WITHIN GOD’S GRACE
No one is ever outside of God’s grace. Yet, there are times when we may not be fully aware of this incredible gift. It is only through God’s grace that our hearts are awakened to its presence, and in our acceptance of this gift, we can respond with sincerity: “Good morning, I am your God.” In this moment, the voice is our own, affirming our belonging to God. What a blessing it is to be a child of God and to know it! This sacred worthiness is truly grace upon grace. It cannot be bought, earned, or won through our own efforts. Instead, this worthiness is freely offered to us by the God of Mercy. This is the essence of our identity as children of God.
LIVING TRUTHFULLY BEFORE GOD AND OTHERS
And you yourself must be an example to them by doing good works of every kind. Let everything you do reflect the integrity and seriousness of your teaching. Teach the truth so that your teaching can’t be criticized.” – Titus 2:7-8a NLT
PERSEVERING IN GOOD WORK
As members of the church, we are called to remain committed to doing good work, even in the face of adversity or discouragement. The example set in II Thessalonians illustrates the importance of maintaining our dedication to serving together and community responsibility.
PERSEVERING IN GOOD WORKS
As members of the church, we are called to remain committed to doing good work, even in the face of adversity or discouragement. The example set in II Thessalonians illustrates the importance of maintaining our dedication to serving together and community responsibility. When somebody in the community faltered, Paul reminded believers that idleness and disruptive behavior undermine the purpose mission in God’s plan.