When God Says …
“A lying tongue hateth those that are afflicted by it; And a flattering mouth worketh ruin.” (Proverbs 26:28 KJV)
Lies and sweet talks are the favorite tool-combos of hateful people who work to hurt anyone they could. That's what the serpent did to Eve in the garden. Lies are fruits of the lips of those whose hearts are full of wrath. With lying tongue they worm in the lives of the vulnerable. They sneak on the unsuspecting, with their flattering lips, words smoother than butter, but hearts full of contempt. Yes, sleek as they are, they could catch you off guard.
Hence, this passage puts us in the know. So, we keep ourselves alert. We are to rest always in the presence of our Heavenly Father and Lord Jesus Christ. He protects us and fills us with His wisdom to discern. Being in the world, we will encounter them – yes slick and smooth, but with ugly hearts. Trusting always in the guidance of the Holy Spirit, in Christ Jesus our Lord, we are to be sober and watchful. And, be guided by these words: “Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same kinds of suffering are being experienced by your brotherhood throughout the world.” (1 Peter 5:6-9 ESV)
And I say, AMEN!
Daily reflections by:
F. A. Frias
PFC Ministries
(When God says... I say, AMEN! is a provocative reflection of the Lord's holy Word. It intends to challenge every seeker of truth to dig deep into the core of the Word of Life to point every being to Christ Jesus - the author and finisher of our faith, and to draw revelations for change, for nourishment and for strength of every soul.)
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