Today’s Scripture: For whoever lacks these qualities is so nearsighted that he is blind, having forgotten that he was cleansed from his former sins. 2 Peter 1:9 ESV
How often is too often to be reminded of something? I am thankful that Peter was committed to reminding us of the vision Christ had for us. In 2 Peter he reminded us we must keep our eyes on the qualities of God.
You and I can help remind each other of these qualities daily. We are to have faith. To our faith we are to add virtue. We are to continue increasing our knowledge and implementing self control. We are to be persistent in seeking godliness while showing affection and love for everyone.
I need daily wake up calls and reminders to look towards these qualities of God and to be reminded of what Jesus Christ did for me. God provided His Word and His servants to remind us how worldly cares can enslave us and blind us to the qualities that truly matter.
Do you have things that make you so nearsighted you are blind? I do. Let us look to God today.
Today’s Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for Your Word and Your servants that remind us of the qualities You created us to possess. LORD, I know You know how we are to do this. You know how we can fulfill Your calling and Your qualities. Help me to look beyond my circumstances to see You always. Amen
Tom Raines
Christian Affirmations 4 Life
I just had this same conversation with a young man this week about how we forget to talk about the rest of the things about God. for instance Him being Holy, Justice, Compassion, Correction, Judge, it’s like we don’t want to talk about those things..we serve a loving God but we also serve a God who is Justice and we can’t do what we want and expect to get away with it..No it does not work like that..We have to Reverence Him…
Amen Desiray…I have been challenged by that recently to reflect on my reactions to certain situations and certain people. Is my flesh overwhelming my spirit…is it pride, selfishness?? We can not trust our feelings or our flesh but He is the only one we can truly trust. He is a jealous and loving God and I pray we give Him our hearts and eyes. Blessings and reverence!