Scripture:
“Do what is good and run from evil so that you may live! Then the Lord God of Heaven’s Armies will be your helper, just as you have claimed.” Amos 5:14 NLT
Observation:
Amos is a powerful prophet who speaks the word of the Lord clearly and directly. He doesn’t mix his words, but says exactly what he hears. He tells God’s people to do good and run from evil so they can live. He declares that then they will have the Lord as their helper as they claim. In other words, God helps His people when they are pursuing Him and doing what it right and fair.
Application:
God is a god of justice. He wants right scales and no falsehood. He wants His people to do right and treat people with respect and dignity. We must run from evil and pursue godliness with all our hearts, then God will meet us and be our helper. We can’t expect God to rescue us when we are serving ourselves and not Him. He saves those who are diligently serving Him and doing what is good and right.
Prayer:
Father, You are good and Your mercy is unfathomable. You are amazing and I want to serve You well. Help me to do good and run from evil so I can live in Your presence. I long for You and love Your presence. Teach me to follow Your ways and to pursue Your heart. I want to live in a way that You are pleased with and that brings You glory. Heal my back this morning Lord and take away the pain.
Your Son,
Jeff
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