Sunday, March 4, 2018

Compassionate guidance

LENT

"Heaven’s my throne, earth is my footstool. What sort of house could you build for me? What holiday spot reserve for me? I made all this! I own all this!" God’s Decree. "But there is something I’m looking for: a person simple and plain, reverently responsive to what I say..." ~ Isaiah 66:1-2 (MSG)

Now when Jesus saw the crowds, he had compassion for them because they were troubled and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. ~ Matthew 9:36 (CEB)

KEY IDEA:
God is guiding his lost people.
PRAYER:
Lord Jesus, you are the dilegent shepherd who looks out for his sheep. You offer wisdom and guidance that is way more advanced than anything anyone has ever heard. I still enjoy wandering too much -- looking for ways to satisfy my curiosity and to build my own personal kingdom. Please keep an eye on me. Remind me that I am not helplessly destined to live this way. I'm going to trust in your compassionate guidance. Amen.