Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect. Matthew 5:48
Just when is sin, sin?
In Matthew 5, Jesus takes on this question. He examines the accepted behaviors and thoughts of His day, contrasting them with God’s standard. With each statement He makes leading up to verse 48, Jesus closes one loophole after another, tying off His argument with, “Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.”
You and I both know that no one can reach that standard, not for a day—probably not even for an hour.
Thankfully, Jesus did reach that standard, living a sinless life so that He could bridge the terrible gap between us and God. He is our perfect Savior.
Father, I see Your perfection in Your great love for me. Thank You for allowing me to know You and serve You. Guide me to think and act more like You today.
Grace to you,
Jim
"Your Word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path." Psalm 119:105
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- FIRST LIGHT
- is a ministry of First Baptist Church of Copperas Cove, Texas. The purpose of First Light is to encourage you to develop as a fully devoted follower of Christ through daily Bible Reading and prayer.
This Week's Readings
- September 12: Titus 2; Ezekial 3
- September 13: Titus 3; Ezekial 4
- September 14: Philemon; Ezekial 5
- September 15: Hebrews 1; Ezekial 6-7
- September 16: Hebrews 2; Ezekial 8
- September 17: Psalm 119:97-120; Ezekial 9-10
- September 19: Hebrews 3; Ezekial 11
- September 20: Hebrews 4; Ezekial 12
- September 21: Hebrews 5; Ezekial 13
- September 22: Hebrews 6; Ezekial 14-15
- September 23: Hebrews 7; Ezekial 16:1-35
- September 24: Psalm 119:121-144; Ezekial 16:36-63
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