What is True?

O. T. #2152  "What is True?"

March 18, 2022

LET IT GLOW

And we know that we are of God, and the whole world lieth in wickedness.

And we know that the Son of God is come, and hath given us an understanding, that we may know Him that is true, and we are in Him that is true, even in His Son Jesus Christ. This is the true God and eternal life. (1 John 3:19-21)

If we love in action and truth, we will be reassured in our heats and we are not condemned. Then God gives us peace. Serving others results in a calm heart when turmoil surrounds us.

When we keep God's commands, believe in Jesus Christ, and love others, then we have confidence before God and receive whatever we ask from Him. (verses 14-15)

We know God hears our petitions. The key is to pray in His will, not ours. Then He will place His desires in our heart and will fulfill them.

Why are our prayers not answered? Is there sin in our life? Do we ask for our self selfishly? Maybe it is not in God's timing to give it yet. Could be it is a "no" for us and we need a change of heart. Whatever, we know that God is sovereign and in control.

LET IT GROW

Look at the rest of the chapter, verses 15-2. We know the nation of Edom no longer existed by the first century A. D. It was an example of all the nations that are hostile to God and His people. He punishes those who mistreat His people.

What is the message of God's judgment?

1. Evil will certainly be punished.
2. Those faithful to God have hope for a new future.
3. God is sovereign in human history.
4. God's ultimate purpose is to establish His eternal kingdom. (Life Application Study Bible)

So, be sure we do not feel so comfortable with our wealth or security that we fail to help God's people. If we do, then it is sin, and because God is just, sin will be punished.

When all is said and done, the Lord will still be King, and the confidence we place in His will not be in vain.

Do you know my Jesus as your Savior today?

LET IT GO

Keep trusting in Jesus, keep hoping in Him, and doing His Kingdom Work.

You are the God who fights for us and gives victory.

Lead us through the deep waters of life, as you did the Hebrews with Moses.

Be with us in the fire as You were with the 3 Hebrew boys.

Protect us from lies as Daniel survived the lions in the den.

Deliver us from our prisons as You did Joseph.