Day 3 Lesson

 Day 3 Lesson

Focus verse Matthew 12:36 I tell you this, you must give an account on judgment day for every idle word you speak. For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned.

Key word Reflection-the act of reflecting or the state of being reflected.

Daily Insight
James 1:26 Those who consider themselves religious and yet do not keep a tight rein on their tongues deceive themselves, and their religion is worthless.

If we have to give an account for our words, I believe it's worth keeping a close eye on the things we say and think. Remember, your thoughts will eventually come out of your mouth. Your words mirror what's in your heart. The verse says we will have to given an account for every "idle" word we speak. Idle means lacking worth, vain, not occupied or employed. Let's take a look at what James 3:9-10 says about this: (With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse human beings, who have been made in God’s likeness.Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing. My brothers and sisters, this should not be). A born again believer words should not mirror ungodly chatter, gossip, profanity, malice, and fits of rage. AND then in the same sentence try to quote a scripture, praise God, and witness. If you are godly, everything about you will reflected godliness. Ask yourself, am I comfortable with saying any and everything? If your answer is yes, it's time to pray for conviction. We all fall short, I know, but falling short is different from a LIFESTYLE. Lets review the meaning of lifestyle ( a way of life or style of living that reflects the attitudes and values of a person or group). 1 Peter 1:16 for it is written: "Be holy, because I am holy."Your lifestyle is a reflections of what you value. We cannot photoshop holiness because our fruits will reveal us. Every believer lifestyle should reflect the mind of Christ. Galatians 5:16 So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. Lukewarm believers are offended when these issues are confronted, however, the bible gives us permission to examine the fruit within the body of Christ (Matt 7:17-20;1Cor 5:11-13; Gal 5:13-26) We must understand that some people just resemble the truth (2Cor11:14)... They have the appearance of godliness, but when you examine their fruits, you will see they lack holiness. 2Tim 3:16 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness. The verse is clearly giving permission to correct these issues when they arise among believers. Later today read John chapter 15 and meditate on it. We are Christ's representatives, and we have to represent Him from the inside out.

Prayer: Lord help us develop the spirit of self-control. When we act wrongly towards others, stir our hearts so we are moved towards repentance. Help us to say things that will bring honor and glory to your name. Amen

Faith Confession: I will edify and build people up with my words; I will say things that bring honor and glory to God.

Enjoy your day,

Amanda

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