Matthew 22:11
The king comes to ‘see’ the guests. Do not miss what is happening here. There is a certain amount of expectation attached to this. The king has specific ideas concerning the type of persons that should be in attendance. This does not mean he will accept only the high born or privileged. But, he expects those who are at least noble of heart. Joseph prepared himself to see the king of Egypt by bathing and shaving. He knew it would be an offense to the whole nation if he came straight out of the prison house to the royal dais.
It is, then, expected that we will take advantage of the benefits made available to us by the Lord. He enables us, by the sacrifice of his precious Son, to clean ourselves up before making our way into the banquet hall. All must do just that to be ready to stand before the Holy God.
Bible Reading: Numbers 5:1-6:27
Scripture Memory: James 1:23 “For if any be a hearer of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass:”
Prayer: Heavenly Father, You know what is right. You know what we were, and what You can make us to be. Thank You for Your kindness and love. You love each of us so much. You are glorious, lovely, and pure. May we spend our lives learning about You. May we take advantage of what You have made available to us. Thank You for this day to serve You! In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.
Prayer Requests: Pray for a man with bad back pain. Pray for a woman going for testing. Pray for a man who had a four-wheeler accident.
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