Psalm 5 - This psalm can give off an "us and them" mentality. We know that Jesus says to love your enemy and pray for him. But in the context of God's truth, it is still necessary to recognize those who deceive and promote evil over against God's will. This psalm is a reminder to us, that though God's enemies may appear to hold the power, God is still in control.
Deuteronomy 29:1-29 - 29"The secret things belong to the LORD our God, but the things that are revealed belong to us and to our children forever, that we may do all the words of this law." How often do we seek after the secret, hidden things of God? This is ultimately what we do when we try to defend God against unbelievers. We try to answer the problem of evil. We try to defend God for His destruction of people in the Old Testament. We even try to defend Him for the idea of punishment. The things that are revealed belong to us: God has made all things, God is just, God is merciful in Jesus Christ, etc.
Matthew 18:21-35 - As I read this parable I always have a gut reaction against that ridiculous servant who can't show even a little mercy after he has been shown so much. But Jesus isn't talking in generalities. He's talking to me. What little offense have I been holding onto?
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