His Word for Today: Book of Deuteronomy 14:9-10

This morning's verses talk about the Lord testing our faith.

Lord created the heavens and the earth. He created some so that He can use them to test our faith to see which one we would choose, good or bad. (Ref Genesis 2:15-17) What we need to understand is that the good that we choose is about the attitude we choose, not necessarily about being right or correct. 

We may be wrong but does this mean that our choice was bad? We can still maintain the good by choosing to accept the truth that we are constantly growing. (Ref Philippians 1:6)

Have we removed people out of our circle because we don't agree with them on certain issues? Or have we ever gotten frustrated because others don't perform as well as we do? We all need each other, their gifts and talents to form a strong team because they complement what we are not able to fulfill. (Ref Ephesians 4:16) Even Jesus delegated His work unto us who are not perfect. (Ref Mark 16:15)

Have we chosen to focus on what really matters, a path that He has laid out for us? We may be distracted with opportunities around us but we are to focus on the one thing that truly matters. (Ref Philippians 3:13)

Have we mistaken peace for comfort? When Jesus went to the cross, as a human, as a Prince of Peace, (Ref Isaiah 9:6) He showed His discomfort. (Ref Hebrews 12:2)

Today, let us focus on choosing the good to grow to become more like Christ. 

May the Lord continue to richly bless you!