A Righteous Deed
Good morning
Scripture reading: Joshua 2
Worship song: Use Me Lord
Meditation:
Everything under the sun has a specific purpose and plan. The story of Rahab, a Canaanite woman and a prominent figure in the Book of Joshua, beautifully illustrates this truth. Rahab lived in Jericho, a city deeply rooted in pagan worship, as the Israelites, led by Joshua, prepared to conquer Canaan. She courageously hid the Israelites' spies, demonstrating her faith in God and her belief in His divine power and faithfulness towards His people. Because of her bravery and kindness, Joshua ensured that she and her entire household were rescued before the city was destroyed. (Joshua 6:22-25; Hebrews 11:31).
Rahab and her family became part of the Israelite community. She later married Salmon (Matthew 1:5 ) and became the mother of Boaz, who married Ruth. Her story reveals God's grace and mercy towards a woman with a troubled reputation, demonstrating that God can use anyone to accomplish His purpose. Her life was transformed when she encountered God. James 2:25 identifies her protection of the messengers as a righteous deed.
We are called to remain courageous and
faithful to God, trusting that He can use us to accomplish great things and
help guide others to move towards their destiny. Do not lose hope; the Lord's
plans are for our well-being and prosperity, not our ruin.
Let us pray:
Almighty God, we thank You for Your unmerited love and
redeeming power, which brought us out of darkness and into Your marvellous
light. Abba Father, protect us from pride and judgment. Teach us to see
everyone as an instrument in Your hands, chosen by You for Your divine purpose.
Remind us, Lord, that Your ways and thoughts are higher than ours and that You
can work through anyone to accomplish Your will. We are grateful, Lord God, for
Your divine plan to prosper us and not to harm us. We fully surrender to Your
authority and willingly submit to Your will and Your ways. Fill us with Your
Holy Spirit as we make ourselves available for You to use us to accomplish
great things for Your honour and glory. Lord, we depend on You alone to keep us
rooted and grounded as we abide daily by Your precepts. Grant us, O Lord,
unwavering endurance to overcome difficult challenges and excel in our divine
purpose. In the mighty name of Jesus Christ. Amen
Wishing you a wonderful day. 👏💕🙏
There are many stories in the Bible that relates to many situations that we
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