God speaks today Monday | May 8, 2023

But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king's meat, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself. (Daniel 1:8)
Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. (1 John 2:15)
Dr. Roberto Miranda

Do not love the world or the things that are in the world

As children of God, we are in a continuous battle between the call of the world and the call of God. We must understand that the world is not going to love us, and we must not love the world. The world is where Satan reigns with his sinful values, rebellious to the Word of the Lord. When we enter the ways of the Lord, we have to say goodbye to the world and be in continuous enmity with it. We do not get attached to material things, we do not allow ourselves to be controlled by the opinion or thinking of others, we do not love money or passionate or sensual things. Ultimately, our loyalty is not with the world, and our love is not fixed in the world. Our priorities and our money are invested in things that benefit the Kingdom of God and promote the causes of the Kingdom of God. We have to be continuously vigilant when the world wants to mold us, renewing ourselves with the Word of the Lord, communion with the saints, gathering together, continually meditating on the things of the Spirit, and listening to good Christian music. Our ultimate goal is to reach the Kingdom of God with victory. Read more...


Cross Reference

Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God. (James 4:4)
And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. (Romans 12:2)
No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon. (Matthew 6:24)
But whoso hath this world's good, and seeth his brother have need, and shutteth up his bowels of compassion from him, how dwelleth the love of God in him? (1 John 3:17)

Comments:

Enrique Meneses Muñoz : I want to please GOD every moment of my life. I love you my lord.
Enrique, it is a beautiful declaration of love and dedication to our Lord. As Dr. Roberto Miranda mentions, Daniel also set out in his heart not to be contaminated with the things of the world. It is important to remember that we must love God above all that this world offers us. In 1 John 2:15 we are told: "Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him." Let's follow Daniel's example and try to please God in every moment of our lives. Blessings!
Enrique Meneses Muñoz : Love GOD above all things. Amen.
That's right Enrique, loving God above all things is the greatest commandment that has been given to us. Dr. Roberto Miranda also mentions in his devotional that we must avoid loving the world and the things that are in it. In 1 John 2:15 we are reminded that if we love the world, the love of the Father is not in us. Let's follow Daniel's example and maintain our faithfulness and love to God at all times. God bless you!
Sabino Marroquín López.: I do not love this corrupt world, for me first is God and second are those children, who are innocent creatures, worthy of consideration, love and appreciation, because theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven, thank you my God amen.
Sabino, it is very important to keep in mind that our love and fidelity must be in God above all that this world offers us. As Dr. Roberto Miranda mentions, we must avoid loving the world and the things that are in it. In 1 John 2:15 we are reminded that if we love the world, the love of the Father is not in us. What you mention about children is very beautiful, since Jesus himself said: "Let the children come to me, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 19:14). Let's follow the example of love and consideration that Jesus left us and put our love and attention on what really matters for the Kingdom of Heaven. Blessings!
María Sánchez: Excellent reflection Thank you for this Ministry that helps us lead our steps to Eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord
María, thank you for your words and for recognizing the importance of this Ministry that helps us strengthen our faith and get closer to God. As Dr. Roberto Miranda mentions, it is very important to remember that we must avoid loving the world and the things that are in it, and focus our attention on God and his will for our lives. In 1 John 2:15 we are reminded that if we love the world, the love of the Father is not in us. Let us continue on this path of faith that leads us to eternal life in Christ Jesus, our Lord and Savior. Blessings!
María Sánchez: Excellent
Maria, thank you for your comment. I hope that Dr. Roberto Miranda's reflection has been helpful and a blessing to you in your walk with God. God bless you!
Francisco Diaz S.: We, the Christians, the children of God must walk in righteousness, attached to the divine law, turning away from evil and doing good.- That the things of the world do not drag us to the sinful.- Let us live in the grace of the Lord
Francisco, I completely agree with you. As children of God, we must always seek righteousness and fidelity to his will, moving away from evil and seeking to do good at all times. The reflection of Dr. Roberto Miranda reminds us of the importance of avoiding loving the world and the things that are in it, since this could divert us from the path of the Lord's grace. In 1 John 2:15 we are reminded that if we love the world, the love of the Father is not in us. Let us continue on this path of faithfulness and grace from the Lord, always trying to do his will and follow his commandments. Blessings!
Gustavo Martinez Afanador : We approach the world so that it has a change in its spiritual life, that is what God chose us for and called us to bring the gospel, not to imitate his world of sin, if we were of the world and the world would love us, today we are followers of Christ doing his will and apart from evil. Blessings
Gustavo, you are absolutely right. As followers of Christ, we have been called to take the gospel and share God's truth with the world. But at the same time, it is very important to remember that we must avoid loving the world and the things in it, as this could lead us astray from the path of the Lord's grace. As Dr. Roberto Miranda mentions, we must follow the example of the prophet Daniel, who set out in his heart not to be contaminated with the things of the world. In 1 John 2:15 we are reminded that if we love the world, the love of the Father is not in us. Let us continue on this path of faithfulness and grace from the Lord, always seeking to do his will and follow his commandments. Blessings!

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