'Vows Not Needed!' — Matthew 5:33-34

[Jesus continued:] "You have also heard that our ancestors were told, 'You must not break your vows; you must carry out the vows you make to the Lord.' But I say, do not make any vows! Do not say, 'By heaven!' because heaven is God's throne."— Matthew 5:33-34 NLT

Key Thought

When we tell God or anyone that we will do something, he expects us to keep our word. It doesn't matter what the cultural view of truth and lying or reliability is, we are to be honest before God and with each other. In a way, it is ridiculous to try to live in any other way. After all, God knows our hearts, our intentions, and our actions. He will hold us to our word whether anyone else does or not! So let's make sure our word is genuine and that we don't need to pile up a bunch of other "flowery" language, vows, or expletives - even ones normally acceptable in our culture - to prop up our commitments. If we say we'll do it, then let's do it!

Today's Prayer

Father in heaven, please forgive me for the times I have not kept my word. Stir in me a passion for faithfulness and trustworthiness. Make me a person who can be counted on to follow through with what I say. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.

Related Scripture Readings
Ecclesiastes 5:4-5
Deuteronomy 23:21-23
Proverbs 12:22

*"And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you."*
~Ephesians 4:32

Lord, You planned this day. You are good to us, the sinners. You did not destroy us because of our sins but redeemed us. Please help me to be kind, loving and compassionate to others. Just as You have forgiven me, I pray I will be a generous giver of forgiveness to others. I pray You teach me how to live out what You impress upon my heart today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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PRAYER

Almight Father , Once again we thank you for the gift of life this day. Forgive us for the things we did in the week that did not honor you.Thank you for your good plans for our lives. Help us to obey you and love you more and more. Strengthen us in the power of Your mighty. Dress us in Your armor so that we can stand firm against the schemes of the devil. We know that our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places.Thank You for giving Your only begotten son to die for us, for the gift of life and another day by Your grace. Please forgive us our sins and sanctify us. We pray for those who are struggling with life in any way meet each one of us at our point of need according to Your will and lead us today ,,Heal those who are sick protect vulnerable, comfort those who are mourning,,
(Ephesians 6:10-12).You are our keeper, O Lord, the shade on our right hand. Protect us from all evil and keep our soul. Guard our going out and our coming in from this time and forever in Jesus' Name we pray.Amen.

*_Wherefore receive ye one another, as Christ also received us to the glory of God._*
Romans 15:7

*Prayer :*
for Romans 15:7

Coming from the darkness into the light is not guaranteed but by Your grace.

Send us the fire of the Holy Spirit to melt our icy feelings and tear down any wall that divides Your people.

Let us accept one another while our diversity, differences and disagreement continue. Teach us to love all people in the way You do love.

Let us glorify You with one mind and one voice.
In Jesus' name, I pray.

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A Focused Lord Jesus

Text: _“If anyone asks you, Why are you untying it?’ say, The Lord needs it.’”_ —Luke 19:31

Jesus has almost completed His journey to Jerusalem. He has focused on His mission and is still resolute as He prepares to enter the city (see Luke 9:51). In today’s Bible reading we find Jesus giving unusual instructions to arrange for His ride into Jerusalem. Notice that this is no weak Jesus who becomes a victim of circumstances. He has a mission, and He’s in charge. His command is simple: “Go … you will find a colt … Untie it and bring it here. If anyone asks you, Why are you untying it?’ say, The Lord needs it.’” And that is enough. Jesus identifies Himself as Lord, able to give commands and expects them to be obeyed. As Lord, He is fully aware of fulfilling a prophecy about riding a colt and proclaiming peace when He enters Jerusalem as King (Zechariah 9:9-10). If we pay attention, we can see a Jesus who knows He’s Israel’s Lord, and as their Lord He can give orders. He brings the message of God’s love and salvation for all who believe in Him, but He’s no pushover. He’s on a mission, and He will complete it. What He’s about to do, no one but the Son of God Himself can do.

Jesus was focused on His mission. We are called to emulate same too. If you are not concentrating on what you are supposed to do, you will not achieve what you ought to achieve. Because Jesus was focused, everything obeyed Him in the fulfillment of His purpose. Remember, Jesus is not a Savior whom we may mold to our liking. He is “Lord,” expecting our acknowledgement and full obedience. Do you honor and obey that Jesus?

Prayers:
Lord Jesus, we have learned the truth about You. You accomplished Your mission, and You call us to accomplish ours. O Lord, empower us and keep us focused by Your Spirit today, Amen.

*_Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat:_*
Matthew 7:13

*Prayer :*

May I walk on Your straight path. Help me not to be astray by the masses that refuse to hear Your voice. Help me to resist the temptation to follow the crowd that leads to destruction.

Remind me that just because a lot of people believe it, that doesn't make it true. I pray that I will choose to enter the narrow gate of disciplined, dedicated discipleship, which leads to an abundant life.

Lord, Teach me to live according to Your will. Lead me to choose the less taken path even if it is a harder path to travel knowing that it will bring ultimate liberation and victory because You have already walked that path before us.
In Jesus' name, I pray.

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🏃‍♀️Listen to God not people.
🏃‍♀️Trust in God not people.
🏃‍♀️Ask God not people.
🏃‍♀️Please God not people.
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'Reliability!' — Matthew 5:34-37

[Jesus continued:] " But I say, do not make any vows! ... And do not say, 'By the earth!' because the earth is [God's] footstool. And do not say, 'By Jerusalem!' for Jerusalem is the city of the great King. Do not even say, 'By my head!' for you can't turn one hair white or black. Just say a simple, 'Yes, I will,' or 'No, I won't.' Anything beyond this is from the evil one."— Matthew 5:34-37 NLT

Key Thought

Don't break your word! In the Kingdom family of God, the truth is ensured by our integrity, not by something outside us. We shouldn't have to swear to ensure our word! Jesus carries this integrity of your word one step further when he tells us not to use a vow to guarantee our words. Let the truthfulness of your speech be the standard mode in which you live, so you do not need to reach out and grab for reliability in something external.

Today's Prayer

Almighty and dependable God, I want to be a person of integrity. I want my words to be true. I want people to be able to trust what I tell them. Please give me strength and courage not to exaggerate, lie, or stretch the truth and courage to do what I say. As your child, blessed by the many promises you have kept, I want to bless others by speaking only the truth and always doing what I say I will do. In Jesus' holy name, I pray. Amen.

Related Scripture Readings
James 5:12
Proverbs 20:6
Ephesians 4:15

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