7/6/08

Psalm 4: Let God be my Judge

Ps 4:4
"In your anger do not sin;
when you are on your beds,
search your hearts and be silent." (NIV)

(Message)
"Complain if you must, but don't lash out.
Keep your mouth shut, and let your heart do the talking.
Build your case before God and wait for his verdict."


I recently had an argument with someone. I felt accused. Things were set before me - "things" that I do wrong / things I don't do right etc...
I was angry, as I felt it was untrue & unjustified. I held myself in, and went for a prayer walk.
This was my prayer: "God, be my judge - if I'm wrong, convict me & reveal it to me. If I'm not, give me peace about the matter."

I could easily justify myself, therefor I need God to reveal to me my flaws. I thank Him for his grace and forgiveness - that I am made perfect in Christ. I am declared righteous before God.
- but... now I must work out my salvation with fear & trembling. I need to pursue becoming like Christ.

Lord, thank You that I am forgiven and declared righteous in Christ. Help me now to live my life worthy of such righteousness.


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