JANUARY 12, Malachi 2:1-2

God’s message to the leaders is one of strong condemnation. This is rightly so as they were the ones who ought to know better. They studied God’s law and they taught God’s law. Yet they were the very ones who have led the people astray by their bad examples. It is possible to have head knowledge without heart knowledge. This would mean that the person knows what is right and wrong, but does not embrace it with his heart. He may understand the truth of God, but he may not necessarily love God or take Jesus as Lord and Saviour.

It is only when God’s Word is received in our hearts that we can be saved. When that happens, God’s wisdom will also be given to us for we will not only know, but love and practise God’s truths.

Satan also knows God’s Word. Evil people in the world may also know the Bible. In fact, many of them may know the Bible better than you and me! But knowing God’s Word alone is not enough; believing and doing God’s Will is needed!

I know what is right and wrong but do I…

1. refuse to share my toys and games with friends?

2. get angry easily and not keep my temper under control?

3. talk back to my parents?

4. waste time playing too many computer or other games and am lazy?

If any your answers to the above is “Yes”, repent!

Ask the Lord to forgive you and to give you the strength to do what you know is right.

Thought: May I know God’s law in my head and to embrace it in my heart.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, help me to not only know what is right, but to do it. This is the beauty of being a Christian, and although it is not easy, I know I can depend on You for help. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.