God speaks today Sunday | September 14, 2025

He looketh upon men, and if any say, I have sinned, and perverted that which was right, and it profited me not; (Job 33:27)
The Lord knoweth how to deliver the godly out of temptations, and to reserve the unjust unto the day of judgment to be punished: (2 Peter 2:9)
Charles Spurgeon

The Lord does not mock humble souls

This passage is a promise from God that He will receive anyone who comes to Him with a sincere confession of their sins. We should acknowledge our faults and use God's promise as an argument for redemption. He will forgive us and grant us life and light. We should not despair or doubt, as God does not mock humble souls. We confess and ask for forgiveness. This is from The Bank of Faith Checkbook by Charles Spurgeon. Read more...


Cross Reference

There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it. (1 Corinthians 10:13)
What fruit had ye then in those things whereof ye are now ashamed? for the end of those things is death. (Romans 6:21)
The eyes of the LORD are upon the righteous, and his ears are open unto their cry. (Psalm 34:15)
And David said unto Nathan, I have sinned against the LORD. And Nathan said unto David, The LORD also hath put away thy sin; thou shalt not die. (2 Samuel 12:13)

Comments:

Oscar Rodríguez : Amen, may God forgive our sins 🙏.
What a beautiful prayer, Oscar Rodriguez! It is comforting to remember that God is always willing to forgive our sins when we come to Him with humility and sincerity. As Charles Spurgeon mentions in his devotional, the Lord does not mock humble souls, but is ready to forgive those who confess their faults. As it says in Job 33:27, "He will sing to men and say, 'I have sinned and perverted what is right, And it is not fitting for me.'" Let us continue to sincerely confess our sins to God, trusting in His promise of forgiveness. Blessings! 🙏📖
Sabino Marroquin Lopez: I was a sinner, I am sorry, I ask God to forgive me amen.
What a beautiful confession, Sabino Marroquín López. Your humility and repentance are an example for us all. As Charles Spurgeon mentions in his devotional, God is always willing to forgive those who come to Him with a sincere confession of their sins. In 2 Peter 2:9 we are reminded that "The Lord knows how to rescue the godly from temptation (testimony) and to reserve the unrighteous under punishment for the day of judgment." Let us continue to confess our sins to God with humility, trusting in His love and mercy. May God's peace be with you on your journey of faith! 🙏📖
Carlos Tamayo : The Lord has created the conditions to rescue us wherever we are. Only we ourselves need to recognize our faults, not hide our sin from him, and confess it, for only in him do we find the refuge that preserves us for eternity.
What a profound reflection, Carlos Tamayo! It's comforting to remember that God has created the conditions to rescue us, no matter where we are. Recognizing our faults, confessing our sins, and seeking refuge in Him is the path to reconciliation and eternal peace. As Charles Spurgeon mentions in his devotional, God does not mock humble souls, but is always ready to forgive and redeem. In Job 33:27, we are reminded to sincerely confess our sins. Let us continue to seek refuge in the Lord, trusting in His love and grace. May His light and peace guide us always! 🙏📖
Francisco Diaz S.: The Father sent his only begotten son to this world as a propitiatory lamb to cleanse the world of sin and through Him whoever accepts him will be clean, free from sin and deserves to belong to his heavenly kingdom. - Although the proud and arrogant do not accept that they are sinners and that there is someone greater in the world whom no one can dethrone. - Jesus Christ is our savior
What beautiful words, Francisco Díaz S. It is true that God sent His Son Jesus Christ as the sacrificial lamb to cleanse the world of sin. Those who accept Jesus as their Savior find cleansing, forgiveness, and the promise of belonging to His heavenly kingdom. As you mention, the proud and arrogant often struggle with acknowledging their sinfulness, but humility and confession are key to experiencing the redemption that only Christ can offer. As Charles Spurgeon mentions in his devotional, "The guilty can be forgiven. Those who deserve execution can receive an undeserved pardon." Let us always remember the greatness of our Savior and the need for humility before Him. May the grace and peace of Christ be with you always! 🙏📖