Matthew 25:34
Not only does King Jesus have no trouble recognizing the righteous, but He tells them that this reward has been prepared for them from the foundation of the world. How can this be? The answer is the simple foreknowledge of God. Jesus knows who are His, because He has always known who are His. This does not change our choices, but it does let us know He always knows everything, and has always known everything. Notice also, if you will, that Jesus says these are blessed of the Father. This is truly a wonderful blessing! This shows not only the mercy of God, but his abundant grace. These are not just counted righteous, but are recipients of the Divine beneficence.
Bible Reading: Isaiah 41:1-43:28
Scripture Memory: James 4:6 “But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.”
Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for this wonderful day that You have given us to serve You. May we not forget that everything we have comes from Your hand. Any good we might have in this life is of You. It is not of ourselves that we can do anything, but Your gifts are perfect. You have enabled us to live a life we could never have dreamed of otherwise. Your grace, mercy, and love, as well as Your justice, flow through us as we seek to minister to others in this lost and dying world. You are worthy of our service, and all of our praise! In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.
Prayer Requests: Pray for churches all over the world this morning. Pray for the lost.
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