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A Book of Remembrance for the Righteous

Colin Dye — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 16:14:08 +0000

In a time when society as a whole has very little respect or fear of the Lord, it is vital for those who do want to follow him wholeheartedly to encourage one another.

A Book of Remembrance for the Righteous

Simply doing this, gives God the opportunity to take note of our efforts and begin to work supernaturally on our behalf. God prizes and values highly those that fear him and meditate on his name. This means God will make plain the difference between the righteous and the wicked. His blessing will show the distinction between those that love him and those that hate him. All this is recorded in a book of remembrance that he will always honour.

Key Thought

Every effort you make to honour God and to respect him in a godless society catches God?s attention. As you learn to focus on the fear of the Lord, on your own and together with others, God is writing your name in his book of remembrance.

Prayer

Lord, I meditate on your holy name today and I search out the fear of the Lord for myself and for my brothers and sisters in Christ. Uphold me in my pursuit of you in my life.

Discipleship Steps

It is sometimes hard to own the Lord in a society that rejects him and mocks at his standards. But the godly must learn how to encourage one another. You are called to follow Christ, not in isolation, but in company with others. Never underestimate the importance of that principle in your discipleship. Don?t neglect the place of fellowship with like-minded people in your cell and in your celebration services. Be ready to encourage and be encouraged in the body of Christ.

Read: Malachi 3:16-18

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Living under the Rain of God's Favour

Colin Dye — Sun, 20 May 2012 08:21:18 +0000

Living under the Rain of God's Favour

Read Psalm 5. This Psalm contrasts the lifestyle of the wicked with the righteous. The righteous enjoy the blessing of God while the wicked will not.
God?s favour is seen in answered prayer, joyful worship, strength of life and deliverance from your enemies. The righteous can enjoy God?s favour in all things and know the blessings of obedience. This doesn?t mean, however, that the righteous will never suffer or be tested. Whatever tests you are experiencing now, remember God?s blessing is on the righteous and His favour surrounds you like a shield.
Key Thought
God has freely given you His favour in Christ, but to enjoy this favour in your life, you must flow with God?s will and purpose. God?s favour is upon all who look to Him and follow His way. Learn to honour His name and you will be able to rejoice in all circumstances.
Prayer
Lord, I thank you for your favour over my life. Help me to live always under this favour and not to forfeit it by making the wrong choices and decisions. Lead me and guide me in your ways.
Discipleship Steps
Discipleship is all about following God?s ways in Christ. It is doing what Jesus would do. You are called to follow a person and not a legalistic formula. Nevertheless there are blessings to receive along the way as you walk in obedience. Decide to live under God?s favour and invoke these blessings through your obedience. Have courage as you face any negative circumstances today because God is with you.

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God's Favour on the Righteous

Colin Dye — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 12:23:57 +0000

Righteous is the qualification for God’s favour, who are the righteous? All have fallen short to glory God, but it is only through His faithfulness that we are righteous. Learn how to understand God’s favour on His righteous people and to walk in His grace to fulfil a holy life.

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