Today's readings are 1 Kings 11.1-26 ( http://www.gnpcb.org/esv/search/?q=1+Kings+11.1-26 ) and 2 Corinthians 6.1-18 ( http://www.gnpcb.org/esv/search/?q=2+Cor.+6.1-18 ).
As we read today let us ponder the great mercy, love, and jealousy of our God and Father. See how he cherished Solomon and chose him out from all other men to do his will and to be granted riches and wisdom. See how when Solomon persisted in going his own way the Lord allowed him the freedom to do so. Look at the plea of Paul to the Corinthians, how he begs them not to depart from their faith, not to pollute themselves, not to place themselves in situations which will lead them astray.
May we consider the great love the Lord has for us. He does not wish us to pursue our own destructive ways. Let us hold fast to him in the path he has given us, the path of faith in Christ, which is accounted to us for righteousness.
Lord, grant us your forgiveness. Forgive us our sins as we realize that we have pursued our own paths today. Restore us to your joy, to the simplicity of trust in you. Show your jealous care for us, gathering us to yourself.
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