Godly character requires consistency, if we can live life consistently then we are reaching maturity as Christians. On the other hand if we are swayed by our emotions or our values change day by day then we are showing a lack of consistency and an immaturity that doesn't sit comfortably in the life of a Godly Man or Woman.
Timothy was a man with proven consistency:
But you know that Timothy has proved himself, because as a son with his father he has served with me in the work of the gospel. Philippians 2:22 [NIV]
As you work and serve your Heavenly Father, are you living a consistent life? Easier said than done – isn't it! Jesus had a lot to say about the hypocrisy of the Pharisees:
"Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You give a tenth of your spices—mint, dill and cumin. But you have neglected the more important matters of the law—justice, mercy and faithfulness. You should have practiced the latter, without neglecting the former. You blind guides! You strain out a gnat but swallow a camel.
Matthew 23:23-24 [NIV]
Notice that Jesus mentions justice, mercy and faithfulness – I can see an echo from the words of Micah 6:8 – "to act justly, love mercy and walk humbly with your God".
Lord, help me to be consistent in my daily life – acting justly, loving mercy and walking humbly and faithfully with you. Amen.
Memory Verse: I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you. Psalm 119:11 [NIV]
Dave MacLellan
(based on Saddleback Church resource material)
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