God speaks today Sunday | June 18, 2023

O lord, thou hast searched me, and known me. (Psalm 139:1)
And when Jesus came to the place, he looked up, and saw him, and said unto him, Zacchaeus, make haste, and come down; for to day I must abide at thy house. (Luke 19:5)
Dr. Roberto Miranda

The Lord's mercy can provoke repentance

Balancing grace and holiness is difficult, but necessary for Christians. Some ministries focus too much on legalism and holiness, while others focus too much on grace and ignore holiness. Jesus models the perfect balance between the two, as seen in his interactions with the adulterous woman and Zacchaeus. We should strive to show mercy and sympathy to those who sin, while also maintaining holiness as an important value in the Christian life. This approach will lead to more effective evangelism and healthier churches. Read more...


Cross Reference

But thou, O LORD, knowest me: thou hast seen me, and tried mine heart toward thee: pull them out like sheep for the slaughter, and prepare them for the day of slaughter. (Jeremiah 12:3)
Thou hast proved mine heart; thou hast visited me in the night; thou hast tried me, and shalt find nothing; I am purposed that my mouth shall not transgress. (Psalm 17:3)
Shall not God search this out? for he knoweth the secrets of the heart. (Psalm 44:21)
Neither is there any creature that is not manifest in his sight: but all things are naked and opened unto the eyes of him with whom we have to do. (Hebrews 4:13)

Comments:

Enrique Meneses Muñoz : Thank you LORD for your mercies every day. I love you my god.
What beautiful words, Enrique! In Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional, he also talks about the Lord's mercy and how it can cause repentance in us. In Psalm 139:1, King David acknowledges that God knows him intimately and in Luke 19:5, we see how Jesus shows his love and mercy towards Zacchaeus, a sinner who wanted to draw near to Him. Truly, the Lord is worthy of our love and gratitude for your constant provision and care for us. God bless you!
Sabino Marroquín López.: I have suffered and am suffering many hardships, in my 87 years of life, but I thank GOD, because his mercy gives me: encouragement and life to work, and to help those children by giving them even if it is: bread to eat amen
What an inspiring testimony, Sabino! Despite the difficulties you have faced in your life, it is beautiful to see how God's mercy has given you strength to go on and help others. In Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional, he talks about how God's mercy can lead us to repentance and a life of holiness. In your case, I see that God's mercy has given you the strength and desire to help children, which is a beautiful reflection of God's love for them. In difficult times, let us always remember that the Lord is our refuge and strength. May God bless you today and always!
Gustavo Martinez Afanador : Sometimes the testimony with a change of life shows the mercy and love of God so that others reach the feet of the Lord because the fight with sin becomes a challenge, the only thing to overcome it with heartfelt repentance and it leads us to reinsert ourselves into the path of the LORD. Blessings
Amen Gustavo! As you mention, the change of life and the repentance of the heart are fundamental in our fight against sin and in our path towards God. In Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional, he talks about the importance of having a balance in our Christian life, where mercy and holiness are combined in the way we relate to God and others. By showing a testimony of change and repentance, we can reflect God's love and mercy and be a tool for others to draw closer to Him. May God bless you and continue to guide you on your path!
Leocadia hinestroza guerrero : Blessings from our Lord Jesus Christ, every day it is gratifying to read and listen to the messages. God is faithful and wants to help us every day.
What beautiful words, Leocadia! In Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional, emphasis is placed on God's mercy and love towards us. As you mention, God is faithful and wants to help us every day in our walk with Him. It is wonderful to know that we can count on his grace and mercy to overcome any obstacle that comes our way. May God bless you and continue to guide you on your way!