Injustice

May 7th – 2 Peter 3:9

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2 Peter 3:9

When we see the amount of injustice in the world and how it grows everyday, we can feel frustrated. We cry out, “Maranatha! Come, Lord Jesus!” And we wonder why He delays His intervention and His magnificent return. Yet Peter reminds us that God’s patience isn’t a sign of indifference but rather an expression of His mercy. For in His great love, just as He waited for us to receive His grace, He patiently waits for all others. Giving everyone the chance to hear and receive the Good News of Jesus Christ. So as we await the return of our Savior, may we use this opportunity to purify our own hearts and lives, aligning ourselves with His will and striving for righteousness. May we humble ourselves before the Lord and turn aside from our own wickedness. And let us confess our sins with sincerity, seeking God’s grace to transform us from within. As we prepare for the day of His coming, may we be found blameless and pure, eagerly anticipating the fulfillment of the Lord’s promises with hearts fully surrendered to His love.

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April 27th – Zechariah 10:1

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Zechariah 10:1

We are living in violent, angry, and turbulent times. Where love, unity, and understanding are in short supply. Yet as the days grow more evil, they won’t always be so. Zechariah 10:1 foretells of the coming of spring rains, a beacon of hope amidst the darkness of injustice that plagues our world. Right now, everywhere we look we see the flames of injustice burning bright, casting shadows of despair upon our hearts. We cry out, “Maranatha! Come, Lord Jesus!” And come He will. One day very soon, Christ will come for His bride. And on that day, God’s justice will descend upon the earth, washing away the stains of injustice and bringing forth renewal and restoration. As we eagerly anticipate the arrival of spring, let us also eagerly await the day when God’s justice will rain down. Bringing healing to the broken, freedom to the oppressed, and righteousness to the land. May our hearts be filled with hope and courage, knowing that God is faithful to His promises and that His justice will prevail in the end.

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March 4th – Matthew 26:50

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Matthew 26:50

In the Garden of Gethsemane we witness the profound pain of betrayal as Judas, one of Jesus’ closest disciples, betrays Him with a kiss. This act, signaling Jesus’ arrest, exemplifies the deep injustice our Lord faced at the hands of His trusted companion. As we reflect on this painful moment, it’s a reminder to examine our own hearts. Is there any trace of Judas in us? Betrayal can take subtle forms in our lives. Like moments when we compromise our convictions, act disloyally, or put our wants and desires over faithfulness to God. Just as Judas’ kiss revealed the depth of his betrayal, may each of us invite God to reveal any areas of unfaithfulness in our own hearts. And whatever He shows us, I pray it leads to sincere repentance and a renewed commitment to stand faithfully with Jesus. A commitment to fight against any and all urges to betray Him in our thoughts, words, or actions. In the face of the injustice Jesus endured, may our hearts be softened, our loyalty deepened, and our love for the Savior strengthened.

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