Christian A.C.T.S.: Steps of Faith~ 26th Sunday of ordinary time

Wednesday, July 27, 2016

Steps of Faith~ 26th Sunday of ordinary time

Jer. 8:18-9:1: The judgment God pronounced judgment upon his people for worshiping false gods.

Ps. 79:1-9, or Ps. 4: A prayer to God for help when the holy temple was made a waste land & God's servants were killed due to disobedience of the people, asking for forgiveness of their sins; asking for mercy and safety, and he will lay down in peace.

I Tim. 2:1-7: We should pray for all men, including those who rule over us, so that we may all live lives of peace and quiet. For this is pleasing unto God.

Luke 16:1-13:Jesus tells the parable of the unjust servant; them he tells them to be faithful in small things is faithful in all things.

We are told to pray for our leaders so that we will live quiet and peaceful lives (ITim. 2:1-7). This is most important when the people of our land is serving and worshiping false gods, for judgment will come if we don't pray for it (Jer. 8:18-9:1). An example of that judgment is seen in Psalms 79:1-9. Then we see what can happen when we do pray asking for forgiveness of our land in Psalms 4. We will be able to lay down in peace. Jesus talks about the unjust servant who makes things right . then he tells his followers to be faithful in the small things(Luke 16:1-13). many think that praying for a person, people, or a nation is a small thing, but in God's eyes it is a big thing. We are called to pray for those who rule over us and for the salvation of our nation. Let us be found faithful in this calling. For when we are faithful peace can come upon the land and we can live a quiet and peaceful life.

Challenge of the week:

This week, pray for those who are over you, be it parents, boss, those in government, or your spiritual leaders.

Accomplishment of the week:

Who did you pray for this week? Have you seen a change because of it yet? If not keep praying for sometimes God can only move people as far as they are willing to go. Sometimes that is a long way and sometimes that is only a very small amount. So keep praying until you see a change for the better.