Wow, what an indictment. When we vote our pocketbook more than character and when we excuse the indiscretions, infidelities, and illegalities in the leaders of both political parties, we have reached a very sad state indeed! But before we rant and rave about the sad state of morality in our public officials, let's make sure we're honest in our own daily lives - that we don't say cruel things about others, that we remain faithful to our marriages and our purity vows, and let's make sure that we expect of ourselves higher standards than we do of others.
Video Commentary...
We've included Phil's ToGather video from four years ago as an added blessing to our verse today:
God, you are not only the Almighty, you are holy! Holy, Holy, Holy are you, the Lord God Almighty. May the whole earth be filled with your glory and may that glory be shown in what I do and say. Forgive me of my own sin and hypocrisy. Bless me with purity, righteousness, and holiness as I pledge my life to your glory. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.
"When principles that run against your deepest convictions begin to win the day, then battle is your calling, and peace has become sin; you must, at the price of..."
"And if God cares so wonderfully for flowers that are here today and thrown into the fire tomorrow, he will certainly care for you. Why do you have so...."
"Dear Father, Thank you, Father, for the unity you have provided for us: the one body, the one Spirit, the one hope that belongs to our calling, the....."
"Dear Beloved,
Today you will read two powerful passages of praise. The first one is from Paul's letter to the Colossians. The second is from Paul's....."
About This Devotional
Today's Verse is a free daily devotional that includes a Bible verse, thought and prayer.
The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.
Bible: Browse OT/NT Books
Comments
Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment