God speaks today Wednesday | September 11, 2024

And I will cause you to pass under the rod, and I will bring you into the bond of the covenant: (Ezekiel 20:37)
Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. (Titus 2:14)
Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas

Full life - Chosen in Christ

Being chosen by God is a privilege and a reason for celebration. We are chosen in Christ from before the foundation of the world, and our response should be gratitude and a redeemed life that yearns for the glory of God. Paul, who was once a sinner who persecuted the church, was also chosen by God and called by His grace. The fullness of life in Christ breaks down excesses and builds the walls of holiness. We are blessed to be chosen and to dwell in the house of the Lord. Read more...


Cross Reference

How much more shall the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself without spot to God, purge your conscience from dead works to serve the living God? (Hebrews 9:14)
For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them. (Ephesians 2:10)
And concerning the tithe of the herd, or of the flock, even of whatsoever passeth under the rod, the tenth shall be holy unto the LORD. (Leviticus 27:32)
In the cities of the mountains, in the cities of the vale, and in the cities of the south, and in the land of Benjamin, and in the places about Jerusalem, and in the cities of Judah, shall the flocks pass again under the hands of him that telleth them, saith the LORD. (Jeremiah 33:13)

Comments:

Enrique Meneses Muñoz : Thank you for being part of your people, my LORD. I adore you.
What a beautiful comment, Enrique. As Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions in his devotional, it is a privilege to be part of God's people. Your worship and gratitude reflect an appropriate response to the divine election in Christ. May you continue to celebrate that undeserved condition that the Lord has given us. God bless you!
Francisco Diaz S.: Are we Christians? Let us make ourselves worthy of that title, let us live as God commands us, as Christ asks and as reason and justice advise, so that the world sees that we are different because we walk in love, in understanding, in truth and justice and in mercy. - Let us pray to the Lord.
Francisco, your reflection is very accurate and coincides with the call to live a redeemed life that yearns for the glory of God, as Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions in his devotional. By committing ourselves to live according to the commandments of God and the principles of Christ, we show the world the difference He makes in our lives. May your prayer and your determination to reflect love, understanding, truth, justice and mercy be a light to those around you. May God strengthen you on your path!
Ruth Vives.: It is important to remember and emphasize that God created the universe and surrounds us with his mercy and holy spirit. God bless you. Amen.
Ruth, your comment highlights the greatness and love of God who surrounds us with His mercy and His Holy Spirit, as Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions in his devotional. What a beautiful way to remember the magnitude of our Creator and the constant provision of His love! May God continue to bless you abundantly. Amen.
Alba Fuentes : God bless your lives beloved brothers 🤗 it is a privilege to be part of God's people, now we are his beloved children 🤗❤️🙏
What a beautiful message, Alba. Your recognition of being part of God's people as beloved children reflects the gratitude and joy of belonging to His family, as Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions in his devotional. May God's blessing and love continue to guide your steps on this beautiful journey of faith. May God keep you and fill you with His love! 🙏❤️
Beatriz: There on the cross he revoked the act of the decrees that were against us, THE LORD IS THE ONE WHO SUPPORTS MY CAUSES, I WILL BE CONFIDENT, JESUS CHRIST MY SALVATION, AT ALL TIMES AND PLACES I AM FREE IN THE NAME OF JESUS MY SALVATION
Beatriz, your words reflect a deep trust in the Lord and in the redemptive work of Jesus Christ, who frees us from every decree against us, as Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions in his devotional. May that freedom in the name of Jesus accompany you at all times and places, reminding you that He is at your side in every circumstance. May His peace and salvation be your strength! 🙏