Genesis 19, 20, 21 Reflections
There were a few stories reflected in Genesis 19 - 22. Out of everything I have read so far, I have been the most confused with today's readings. God said he would never kill man again, when he states in Genesis 21 21 And the LORD smelled a sweet savor; and the LORD said in his heart, I will not again curse the ground any more for man's sake; for the imagination of man's heart is evil from his youth; neither will I again smite any more every thing living, as I have done. In Genesis 19, God, using two angels, destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah, by showering the city with brimstone and fire, Genesis 19:24 24 Then the LORD rained upon Sodom and upon Gomorrah brimstone and fire from the LORD out of heaven. I understand out God is a just God, but, it seems like He contradicts Himself in this story line. In light of my puzzlement, the light at the end of the reading for today, is the miracle brought to Abraham and Sarah with the birth of their son Isaac. It was still a surprise to Sarah, which shows how much of a miracle it really was. Genesis 21: 6 - 7 shows the surprise still in Sarah's heart, 6 And Sarah said, God hath made me to laugh, so that all that hear will laugh with me. 7 And she said, Who would have said unto Abraham, that Sarah should have given children suck? for I have born him a son in his old age. We are continuously introduced to blessing upon blessing brought to the individuals whom put their trust in God.
Questions to follow up:
Q - Why does God contradict Himself when He brakes his promise of not cursing the ground again, because of man's sake?
Q - Genesis 20 parallels a similar story earlier in Genesis, Genesis 12:10 - 20. What are the possibilities that Abraham would have went through the same situation twice in one lifetime? Is there another explanation for this parallel?
Matthew 6, 7 Reflections
Today's reading made me realize how meek we must truly be. In yesterday's reading, Jesus says to us, 48 By ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect. Jesus provides us with all of the characteristics to help us live and work towards a perfect life. But, he also tells us in Matthew 6:1 1 Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. We must not live behind the title of being a Christian, and be showy about trying to live a perfect life. We should not boast about all of the things we do positive every day. We must also understand we must pray to God and meditate on his word everyday. We must renew our baptism everyday and ask that we be filled with the Holy Spirit and we again walk down the path of righteousness.
Psalm 7: 1 - 7 Reflections
The words spoken in Psalm 7 are beautifully written, but I had a hard time following the meaning behind them.
Questions to follow up:
Q - What was the context behind Psalm 7: 1 - 7?
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