God speaks today Sunday | June 2, 2024

He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? (Micah 6:8)
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. (1 John 1:9)
Dr. Roberto Miranda

Insecurity can lead to error (Part 2): He who loves a lot is forgiven a lot

God looks at the heart, not just our actions, and has mercy on those who seek Him even in the midst of their mistakes. King Jehoshaphat's repentant heart caused God to have mercy on him and to mitigate the negative consequences of his disobedient actions, while the ungodly Ahab faced God's judgment. Those who love God and care for His glory have immense reserves of mercy in the day of error or fall, while the indifferent or rebellious face only naked judgment. In His relationship with us, God asks for very little: only to do justice, love mercy, and humble ourselves before Him. Read more...


Cross Reference

And now, Israel, what doth the LORD thy God require of thee, but to fear the LORD thy God, to walk in all his ways, and to love him, and to serve the LORD thy God with all thy heart and with all thy soul, (Deuteronomy 10:12)
I acknowledge my sin unto thee, and mine iniquity have I not hid. I said, I will confess my transgressions unto the LORD; and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin. Selah. (Psalm 32:5)
He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy. (Proverbs 28:13)
And Samuel said, Hath the LORD as great delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the LORD? Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice, and to hearken than the fat of rams. (1 Samuel 15:22)

Comments:

Yolanda Irizarry González: I have learned a lot. I love it. It explains everything very well. Grateful. Blessings. I accepted the Lord 30 years ago and I am still learning. Thank you. Amen
What a beautiful testimony, Yolanda! It is wonderful to see how you continue to grow in your walk with the Lord throughout these 30 years. As Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional mentions, God looks at the heart and values ​​our intentions and efforts to seek Him sincerely. Your attitude of constant learning and gratitude reflects a humble and receptive heart to the teaching of the Holy Spirit. May the grace and mercy of God continue to accompany you on your journey of faith. Blessings! May the Lord continue to illuminate your path!
Francisco Diaz S.: Man does not know the heart and feelings of his neighbor, therefore he cannot judge him with justice except by appearance or assumptions. - Let us not judge our brothers lightly, God is the one who judges with divine justice
What a correct reflection, Francisco! As you mention, it is important to remember that only God knows in depth the heart and feelings of each person, so we must be careful when judging our brothers. The Bible teaches us to be compassionate and practice divine justice, as mentioned in Micah 6:8. It is crucial to remember that God is the only just judge and that we must love mercy and walk humbly with Him. Thank you for sharing this wise reflection! May the Lord help us to be compassionate and fair at all times! Blessings!
Sabino Marroquina López: The love and mercy of God is infinite, my mind and my heart remain inclined to the Lord at all times of my life, thank you, my God, amen.
What beautiful words, Sabino! It is wonderful to see your heart leaning toward the Lord at all times, recognizing His infinite love and mercy. As the verse in 1 John 1:9 mentions, when we confess our sins, God is faithful and just to forgive us and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Your attitude of gratitude and dedication to God is truly inspiring. May you continue to experience the presence and inexhaustible love of our Lord in every stage of your life. May God bless you abundantly and continue to guide you on His path! Amen!
Ruth Vives.: God and through his only begotten take care of us, protect us and spread mercy beyond our faults and sins. When true repentance exists in us. God bless you. Amen.
What a beautiful statement, Ruth! It is comforting to remember that God, through His only begotten, cares for us, protects us, and showers mercy on us, especially when we come to Him in true repentance. As Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional mentions, God looks at the heart and values ​​our sincere intentions. May God's grace and mercy continue to manifest in your life, guiding you and strengthening you in your walk with Him. May God bless you abundantly and continue to reveal His unfailing love to you! Amen!