Bible Reading: Ecclesiastes 7-9; 2 Corinthians 11:1-15
Memory verse: “Because sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, therefore the heart of the sons of men is fully set to do evil” Ecclesiastes 8:11 (KJV)
The justice system of God works in such a way that He is patient with humans because of the love He has for him. God created every man with a gift; this gift is needed to help make the world a better place for all. However, while a few are walking in and fulfilling their destiny the works of the devil has been intensified to put a hindrance on the paths of those walking in their God-ordained plan. Nevertheless, God is lovingly and patiently waiting for as many as will connect to His love and turn back to Him.
God is not slow but rather is giving man the opportunity to turn back from his evil ways. Human nature tends to pull a person further and further into sin the more time they are given to repent. Grace has made it possible for man to get the opportunity to come back to God after many evil works. As long as there is repentance, such a person is still accepted. Does this mean that God is slow? Not at all.
Forbearance is a major characteristic found in Him. This makes it possible for Him to put up with man all through the years, refraining from giving us what we deserve. All He desires is for man to repent and build character. We need to learn from this godly trait of forbearance and develop the capacity to have mercy on others while we wait for them to change. This will bring unity to every of our gatherings.
The bible Exodus 34:6 (KJV) tells us, “…The LORD, The LORD God, merciful and gracious, long suffering, and abundant in goodness and truth.” His mercy is to lead you to repentance even though man has always used it as an excuse for immorality. But there will be a point where justice will eventually catch up with any who fails to repent. Ecclesiastes 8:13 (KJV) says, “But it shall not be well with the wicked, neither shall he prolong his days, which are as a shadow; because he feareth not before God.”
Is there any area of your life where you are finding it difficult to drop the weights that is causing a divide between you and God? come to Jesus today, ask for His mercy and confess your sins. Let the blood of Jesus cleanse you as you fight your way back into the loving arms of your heavenly Father by the finished work of His Son, Jesus Christ.
Prayer: Father, I submit my body, soul and spirit to you today, cleanse me anew by the blood of your Son Jesus and help my overcome all the battles lined up before me with respect to serving You in Jesus name.
Bro. Worth more Aghanenu