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Devotional - 16th June 2020

'And he said unto them, Ye are they which justify yourselves before men, but God knoweth the hearts: for that which is highly esteemed among men is abomination in the sight of God' (Luke 16:15).

In every detail of our lives we are to maintain honesty, and be people of integrity.  God knows the motives and intents of our hearts. He sees what is in them that is hidden from men. He who lay open the secrets of our hearts, see the atrocities of our pride which blinds us as we walk with high swollen chest for all to see. Even though Jesus was addressing the Pharisees hypocrisy; lack of honesty, justice and fairness, which was highly esteemed among men. Jesus let them know that He knows what's going on and it was abominable to God. Today He is also speaking to us, to take an inward look at ourselves. Are we displaying the hypocrisy of the Pharisees? Are we seeking the praise of men? Are we fair and just in our dealings with others? Do we say one thing but do another? God is a loving God, and doesn't want us to pretend to be just and good, so we can be esteemed by men. He called us, His Children to to be men of honesty and integrity. He sees the heart, and if any trace of hypocrisy and worldliness is in it, He will abhor and condemn. So as God's Children we should have genuine compassion when dealing with each other; to deal fairly with others in every aspect of life; for the things that seem so important in the world, have no value in God's sight. God's eyes are on us, so let us determine to practice honesty and be true to God and man in all we do. Let us aim to live honest lives that portray the character of God, that others may be drawn to God.

Have a wonderful day 🌹🌹

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