We are always on Trial

We are always on trial in some fashion. Sometimes we get so caught up in all the courtroom drama of our lives we forget what's really at stake. Our character is going to get questioned and challenged at every turn in life, and what will the verdict be as we are put through each trial? How would you come out on these charges?

Your Honor, the defendant stands accused of:

1) Not being merciful

2) Compromising the truth

3) Not trusting in the Lord with all his/her heart

4) Leaning on his/her own understanding and perception of things

5) Not acknowledging God in all aspects of his/her life, and not looking to Him for direction

6) Being wise in his/her own eyes, and thinking the answer lies in his/her own power of reason

7) Not setting aside and giving the first portion of his/her income to the Lord

All seven of these are requirements that the Lord clearly spells out in Proverbs 3:3-10:

Let not mercy and truth forsake you; Bind them around your neck, Write them on the tablet of your heart, And so find favor and high esteem In the sight of God and man. Trust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths. Do not be wise in your own eyes; Fear the LORD and depart from evil. It will be health to your flesh, And strength to your bones. Honor the LORD with your possessions, And with the firstfruits of all your increase; So your barns will be filled with plenty, And your vats will overflow with new wine. (Pro 3:3-10)

One of the sad things in all this, is that the Lord promises us favor with both God and man if we would but live in accordance with His ways. Father Knows Best.

So how have your trials been going lately?

Yours in Him,

Pastor B.