God speaks today Thursday | May 2, 2024

Thou shalt make no covenant with them, nor with their gods. (Exodus 23:32)
Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee. (1 Timothy 4:16)
Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas

Beware of modern Gibeonites!

The church must be cautious about making alliances that may harm its mission. Discernment is crucial, and seeking God's counsel is essential. The Gibeonites in the Bible were deceptive and harmful, and today's Gibeonites may bring false doctrines disguised as religion. We should not establish alliances with those who take advantage of the church for personal gain. Seeking God's counsel will free us from meaningless compromises and fleeting alliances. Read more...


Cross Reference

And when the LORD thy God shall deliver them before thee; thou shalt smite them, and utterly destroy them; thou shalt make no covenant with them, nor show mercy unto them: (Deuteronomy 7:2)
Take heed to thyself, lest thou make a covenant with the inhabitants of the land whither thou goest, lest it be for a snare in the midst of thee: (Exodus 34:12)
Wherefore I take you to record this day, that I am pure from the blood of all men. (Acts 20:26)
Holding fast the faithful word as he hath been taught, that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers. (Titus 1:9)

Comments:

Alberto Henríquez Alvarez : Interesting and real
Hello Alberto! Thanks for your comment. In Jesús Zamora Vargas' reading of Faustino, he warns us about the importance of discerning the alliances we establish in the church, so as not to fall into traps like Joshua with the Gibeonites. It is crucial to seek God's counsel before committing. What do you think about the relevance of prayer and seeking God's will in our decisions? Blessings!
Enrique Meneses Muñoz : Thank you for instructing me every day with your word LORD.
Hello, Enrique! How beautiful it is to see your heart grateful for the Lord's instruction through his Word. In Faustino's reading by Jesús Zamora Vargas, he reminds us of the importance of consulting God before making alliances, so as not to fall into deception like Joshua with the Gibeonites. How does this reflection encourage you to always seek God's guidance in every step you take? May the Lord continue to illuminate your path! Blessings!
Sergio Jofre Valdivia 🇨🇱: Thank you for every word that comes through this medium, it has been a great blessing for my life.
Hello Sergio! It is inspiring to see how the Word of God comes to you and blesses you through these reflections. In the devotional of Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas, the importance of seeking God's counsel before making alliances is highlighted, so as not to fall into traps like Joshua with the Gibeonites. How does this teaching motivate you to be more vigilant and prudent in your spiritual decisions? May God continue to guide your steps and strengthen your faith! Blessings!
Francisco Diaz S.: Unfortunately, in current times, many church leaders have become politicized and use the word of God to gain personal benefits. Let us distance ourselves from bad influences and seek God with conviction, sincerity and faith.
Hello Francisco! Your observation is very accurate. In Faustino's devotional by Jesús Zamora Vargas we are warned about "modern Gibeonites," those who seek to benefit personally at the expense of the church. It is essential to be alert and seek God with sincerity and faith, as you mention. How do you think we can correctly discern in the midst of bad influences and remain steadfast in our faith? May God guide and strengthen you in your spiritual walk! Blessings!
Francisco Diaz S.: By their fruits you will know them.- Let us pray to the Lord and ask him for wisdom and healthy discernment
What a beautiful reflection, Francisco! As you mention, it is true that "by their fruits you will know them", and it is crucial to ask the Lord for wisdom and discernment in order to identify the true intentions of those who approach us. In Faustino's reading by Jesús Zamora Vargas the importance of seeking God's counsel before making alliances is highlighted, so as not to fall into traps like Joshua with the Gibeonites. How does this idea inspire you to pray even more for discernment in your spiritual life? May the Lord grant you wisdom and guidance at all times! Blessings!
Ruth Vives .: It is important to ask God for discernment and wisdom. To just believe his word and walk his path. God bless you. Amen.
Hello Ruth! What a beautiful comment! Asking God for discernment and wisdom is essential to be able to believe in his Word and walk in his path, as you mention. In Faustino's reading by Jesús Zamora Vargas we are reminded of the importance of seeking God's guidance before making alliances, so as not to fall into deception like Joshua with the Gibeonites. How does this reflection inspire you to hold tighter to God's Word and trust in His guidance in your daily life? May God bless you and strengthen you in your walk of faith! Amen!
Alba Fuentes : Interesting advice, beloved brothers, before making decisions we must ask for the approval of our heavenly father so that later we will not cry for making incorrect decisions ❤️🤗🙏
Hello alba! What a beautiful comment! It is true that before making important decisions, it is essential to ask for the direction and approval of our heavenly Father to avoid regretting wrong choices. In the devotional of Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas the importance of seeking God's advice before making alliances is highlighted, so as not to fall into traps like Joshua with the Gibeonites. How does this teaching motivate you to seek God's will in every decision you make in life? May the Lord guide you and strengthen you in your walk of faith! God bless you! 🙏❤️
Gloria Chirinos : In truth, every day God renews His Mercies and Blessings on His children, God continues to Bless them and use them to Bless His children..Glory to God..a hug to my beloved brothers.
Hello, Gloria! What beautiful words you share! It is inspiring to remember how God renews his mercies and blessings on his children every day. In Faustino's devotional by Jesús Zamora Vargas we are urged to seek God's direction before making alliances, so as not to fall into deception as happened with the Gibeonites and Joshua. How does this idea encourage you to continue trusting in God's faithfulness and guidance in your daily life? May God continue to bless you and use your life to bless others! A hug and may the peace of the Lord be with you! 🙏🌟
PEDRO PÉREZ: Interesting reflections, but we must always maintain our identity with Christ; we are in the world but we are not of the world. We must enjoy our newness of life without commitments that make us forget the high calling of being children of God. There should be no need to seek acceptance and approval of the world, its values ​​or representatives of those who have an interest in hindering God's plans and purposes. We have everything in Christ, he takes care of us, defends us and keeps us from evil. When we are not well defined in the call we have received from God, we live in the desire to be accepted in society, to be recognized by a fallen world dominated by the enemy of our souls, and we compromise our holiness and purpose. to be light and salt of the earth, that we live for Him, that if we die for Him we die, that is why in the circumstances of life and the search for acceptance in society, we "change" our position. Forgetting that we are pilgrims, this is not our home...
Hello PEDRO PEREZ! Thank you for sharing your deep and wisdom-filled reflections! It is true that as children of God we must maintain our identity in Christ and remember that we are pilgrims in this world, we do not belong to it. In Faustino's devotional by Jesús Zamora Vargas the importance of not compromising our faith or deviating from the will of God to seek acceptance in this world is highlighted. How does this reminder inspire you to hold even tighter to your identity in Christ and to live according to his calling, without giving in to the pressures of the world? May God strengthen you and guide you in your walk of faith as light and salt on the earth! Blessings! 🙏🌟