Deut. 7:1-11
Deut. 7:1-11
Today's lesson is very important. The
less we consider this lessons seriously, the more we distance
ourselves from the blessing and grace of God. Therefore, we must
study these words with all our heart.
1. Do not intermarry with pagans
(1-5)
Here, the « pagans » were
the inhabitants of Canaan, seven unbelieving tribes which did not
serve God. In appearance, they seemed rich and friendly (Numbers 13 :
28-33). If our criteria for marriage is good living conditions, we
will be ruined, just like Solomon's kingdom. It's foolish to think we
could change the unbelieving husband or wife by bringing him or her
to Christ after marriage (2 Cor. 6:14-18).
2. Do not act like the pagans (6-9)
We are a holy people that has received
salvation. Therefore, we must not live according to the world in
adopting the behavior of worldly people (1 Cor. 1:13-17).
3. Do not forget the grace and
jugement of God (9-11)
In the life of faith, we sometimes
forget God's grace, as well as his jugement of unbelievers. This is a
mistake. We must experience grace and jugement as though they were
close to us (2 Peter 3:12).
Prayer : Lord Jesus ! Since I
have received your grace, help me to marry and live according to your
will, and to feel the grace of the Lord, as well as his jugement, in
my daily life.
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