Lazaroo – Thursday, April 30, 2009
5 comments, Apr 30, 2009“The LORD takes vengeance on his foes and maintains his wrath against his enemies.”
(Nahum 1:2)
This isn’t exactly the party line these days, Jesus.
Most of Your spokespeople would far rather emphasize Your love, mercy and forgiveness while soft-pedaling Your wrath.
If they mention it at all.
But I have absolutely no interest in what is politically correct.
I want to know You as You really are.
It’s extremely helpful to see that You unleash Your powerful anger against all who oppose you.
That frees me to concentrate on loving my enemies and praying for those who mistreat me.
Why should I waste time trying to get even with those who have wronged me? Something tells me that if they truly need to be punished…
You’ll do a far better job than I ever could.
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Jeremiah 14:13-15; Jeremiah 27:14-16; Jeremiah 7:8-10; Isaiah 44:24-25; Matthew 7:15-20; Philippians 3:10-11; Romans 12:19; Matthew 5:44-48; 1 Thessalonians 5:3
Scripture taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®. NIV®. Copyright© 1973, 1978, 1984 by International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved.
Scripture taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®. NIV®. Copyright© 1973, 1978, 1984 by International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved.
Steve Says:
Great question, Ken. When we don’t like their message, we stone the prophets God sends us.
Apr 30, 2009, 8:54 am