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Inward Adorning

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Good morning

Scripture: St. Luke 11:37-42

Worship song: Refiner's Fire

 


Meditation:

    In today's scripture, Jesus boldly addresses a critical issue concerning the practices of the Pharisees. While the Pharisees were often seen and regarded as role models of righteousness, their actions and practices were not in alignment with God's true will. Jesus had some concerns regarding their traditional culture, principles, and practices; therefore, he welcomed the opportunity to dine with one of the Pharisees so he could address these matters. The Pharisees were not pleased that Jesus did not perform the ritual of washing hands before a meal. Jesus, however, informed the Pharisees that what is of the utmost importance is not just the cleansing of the outer appearance, but that inward cleansing is required as well. They were preoccupied with outer appearance and adherence to ceremonial standards, failing to realize that it was the heart that needed purification. 

    Like the Pharisees, most of us tend to prioritize keeping our surroundings sparkling clean and presentable but often neglect the condition of our hearts. We must all confront the reality that our hearts and minds require spiritual renewal. We need to surrender them daily to Jesus. What is it that we harbor in our hearts that God is not pleased with? God knows the very depth of our hearts, and only he can cleanse and make us pure and holy.

Let us pray.

    Eternal Father, clothed in splendor and majesty, be thou glorified, O God, for you are worthy to be praised. Father, I am grateful for the words that address the cleansing and purifying of our inner man. Almighty God, I pray we will seek to adorn our hearts with inward apparel of meekness, love, peace, kindness, humility, compassion, and patience. I pray, O God, that we will seek to know you more and be adorned with holiness and righteousness. Father, divert our focus from culture, traditions, and religious practices and focus on what you require of us and on what you have taught us. Father, we surrender our hearts to you, circumcise our hearts, remove our stony hearts, and give us hearts of mercy and compassion in Jesus' name. Amen.

Keep safe. 💕🙏

 

 

Comments

  1. JrMay 24, 2025 at 5:40 AM

    Amen

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  2. AnonymousMay 24, 2025 at 9:22 AM

    Blessed morning. God is faithful.. If I'm too high, Lord, bring me down. If there is something in my life, I want you to move it out of my way. If I'm too high, Lord, bring me down. Loving God , May I let go and let you have your way. Sometimes, it is hard to be humble but help me to look to you, Jesus, who is my perfect example of humility and acknowledged that my strength will come because of my dependence on You. Lord, may you refine me and help me to be humble and stay humble. In Jesus' name. Amen . Stay Blessed 🙌

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  3. AnonymousMay 24, 2025 at 12:16 PM

    Great job. If we remind ourselves of the truth we won't live a lie. We are accountable to hold high standards. You write with cutting edge. Thanks again. 🙏❤️❤️

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