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God Wants the Best of Our Gifts

5/2/2013

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"Time passed.  Cain brought an offering to God from the produce of his farm.  Abel also brought an offering, but from the firstborn animals of his herd, choice cuts of meat.  God liked Abel and his offering, but Cain and his offering didn't get his approval.  Cain lost his temper and went into sulk" (Genesis 4:3-5 MSG).

Why was God displeased with Cain's sacrifice?  Was it because Cain didn't sacrifice animals?  He could have easily traded his produce for one of Abel's quality animals.  Yet, the text doesn't specify that animals were the only sacifice God required at this time.  So, his land produce may not have been the issue.  A likely reason God wasn't happy with Cain's offering was because Cain didn't offer the best of his wealth and prosperity?  Perhaps he offered the second-rate produce to God. 

This text, as well as so many others, is dealing with our attitude toward God.  Was Abel "more" perfect than Cain?  No.  But it seems that Abel's worship to God was accepted because he used the best of what he had to offer; thereby, honoring God for who He truly is - the provider of all blessings.

The Lord's humbled . . . John A. Reeves

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Thank You God

12/17/2012

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        I just wanted to thank You for keeping Your promises. When I was young, You taught me Your ways. As I grew in age, You helped me to not forget Your teachings. You disciplined me in my arrogance. You helped me understand Your love with respect to those who seem to struggle with godliness.  Funny?! When I asked to be like You - I didn't know it would take sooo long.

(Will I ever get there?)

Anyway - Thank You for teaching me to become like You.

The Lord's humbled . . . John A. Reeves
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A Tough World

7/18/2011

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It's a tough world for people - even children.  I talk about the tough world in a new article entitle "Plans A, B, C, or God's Plan".  If you let your kids read these articles, I suggest that you read this one with them and guide them through some of these tough concepts.

Remember, be the Lord's humbled when looking for a plan to live by.

The Lord's humbled . . . John A. Reeves
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Self-Control

7/7/2010

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"A man without self-control is like a city broken into and left without walls" (Proverbs 25:28).

What is the purpose of walls around a city?  The most obvious answer is for the purpose of protecting a city from marauders.  However there is another purpose behind walls, that is, boundaries.

Many people build "invisible" walls around their person so they can keep others at a confortable distance:  physically and emotionally.  Yet, what happens when a person does not have appropriate walls/boundaries for themselves? 

People who drink alchohol or take drugs are primary examples of someone who lets down their boundaries; i.e., feels "more open" with their feelings.  These people become more willing to do, or say, things they wouldn't normally say or do because of their lack of self-control. 

Self-control is essential when dealing with people and personal emotions.  Without self-control the chances of acting in a way that puts "your city" in jeopardy becomes reality.

What helps your city/boundaries/defense/self-control remain intact?  Sleep?  Healthy lifestyle?  Forgiving others?  Not being drunk on alchohol?  Proper nourishment?  Godly living through Jesus?  Maybe, all of the above?

Be a person of self-contol and keep your boundaries in check.  This may allow you to be a better example for Christ to others.

The Lord's humbled . . . John A. Reeves
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