Scripture Union Daily Guide 1st October 2024 (Tuesday) Devotional Message
TOPIC: Holy Anger!
OPENING PRAYER: Dear Lord, grant me understanding and illumination as I ponder on your word in Jesus name.
SCRIPTURE: 1 SAMUEL 11: 1-15
Question(s) for Reflection
* Q2: Is there any example for me to follow or not to follow?
Scripture Union Daily Guide 1st October 2024 – MESSAGE
We read yesterday of how Saul was appointed King in a popular political proclamation. It was the start of a new era for the country, but on the surface, nothing much had changed. The Philistines still dominated portions of Israel like they did in the time of the Judges (v.1). The son of Kish still went to his farm to plough his field like everyone else (v.5).
Although some of the people did not accept the fact that God had chosen him to be the king for all of Israel (10:27; 11:12), the elders of Jabesh knew where to turn for help when trouble came. What was it that actually made the difference (vs.6,7)? Take note of how King Saul was careful not to act alone in v.7. What actions did he take which confirmed his authority as the God-appointed ruler of Israel?
The influence of the Holy Spirit inspired anger in King Saul (v.6). What are the sort of things that should drive us to holy anger as individuals and as communities of God’s people? Some of our countries experience grave insecurity like the people of Jabesh did. What lessons can our leaders learn from this story? Notice how Saul acknowledged God as their source of victory (v.13).
Practice/Word Application
For reflection: “In your anger, do not sin.” (Ephesians 4:26). What were the things that made Jesus Christ angry?
* Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?
Closing Prayer
Ask God for grace never to make Him angry and to vent my anger on the devils and their works.
Offer a prayer of faith in line with Psalms 31:19
One Year Bible Reading Plan
Daily Bible Reading Plan: Day 275- Matthew 1; Luke 2
NATIONAL PRAYER BULLETIN 1 OCTOBER 2024
PRAYER FOCUS
OUR NATION NIGERIA
“Ask of Me, and I will give you the nations for your inheritance, And the ends of the earth for your possession. Ps. 2:8”
THANK GOD FOR:
‣ The privilege He has granted us to make request to Him in this regard.
‣ The Lord will give unto us, first and foremost our own nation, Nigeria as a land where Jesus reigns from North to South, from East to West.
‣ A new dawn of prosperity, employment opportunities and good living conditions for the citizenry
‣ Peaceful coexistence
PRAY AGAINST:
‣ Ungodly people who perpetuate themselves in leadership; that they will proceed no further in this nation and states.
Scripture Union is an international, interdenominational, evangelical Christian organization. It was founded in 1867, and works in partnership with individuals and churches across the world. The organization’s stated aim is to use the Bible to inspire children, young people and adults to know God. (Scripture Union Daily Guide 1st October 2024)