The Gift of Life

Thoughts for the Day

BY Betty Miller

READ PROVERBS 21:21

This scripture in Proverbs reveals to us that seeking after righteousness is the secret of an honorable and overcoming life. It tells us that if anyone will seek whole heartedly after righteousness and mercy, they will not only find it, but will obtain life and honor themselves. We find this same principle in Jesus' Sermon on the Mount in the New Testament.

The definition of Bible righteousness means to be in right standing with God. If we are in right standing with God, we will then be in right standing with men, as the Lord will always lead us to do the right thing toward our brothers and sisters. The Bible is very clear that we cannot love God, whom we have not seen, if we do not love our brother, that we can see.

Righteousness and mercy are so important in God's economy, that when we seek His kingdom and His righteousness first, it will bring us life, righteousness and honor. We can also be assured that the Lord will take care of our needs, as that is His promise to us.

Prayer for the Day

Let us pray.

Dear Father in Heaven, we are grateful for all of Your promises in the Bible. Since You are not a man that would lie, then we know we can confidently trust You to keep Your Word. Help us to obey Your Word, for in obeying it, we know that we shall receive Your promises. We do desire to be righteous and holy like You. We know that we cannot attain this without You, but with the Holy Spirit we are able to do all things through Christ Jesus. We are asking in faith that You help us to follow You in everything, so that we bring honor to You. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.