ECCLESIASTES 7:29 (TCEB)
God made humans as simple creatures.
But we complicate our lives
By the schemes and plots we invent.
TITUS 2:11-12 (CEB)
The grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all people. It educates us so that we can live sensible, ethical, and godly lives right now by rejecting ungodly lives and the desires of this world.
THE ESSENCE
God's goal for us is simple — to live godly lives.
DAILY FODDER
What exactly is godly living? How is it related to being sensible and ethical?
PRAYER
Merciful God, today I'm grateful for your intervention. You called us to do one thing — to live sensible, ethical, and godly lives. But we continue to complicate matters as we plot and scheme to improve our positions in life. Help us to hold on to the life ring Christ Jesus tossed us. I know that as you draw me across the rough water closer to yourself I'll be able to safely live into your salvation. Once again, I see that it’s all about your grace. Amen.
THE LORD’S PRAYER (ABP)
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Give us enough food for today.
Forgive us our wrongdoing,
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
