Scripture Union Daily Guide 31 December 2021 | Dearth of the godly!

Scripture Union Daily Guide 31 December 2021

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Topic: Dearth of the godly!

Opening Prayer: Let me know more of you today dear Lord as I meditate on your word.

Scripture: Psalm 12:1-8

Question(s) for Reflection
• Is there any example for me to follow or not to follow?

• Is there any warning for me to heed?

David found himself in a lonely and depressing situation when he felt all the godly had vanished from the land (v.1). Finding oneself in such situation can be very devastating and depressing. David was not alone (cf., Elijah in 1 Kings 19:4,14)! Are our own present-day societies any better? How easy is it for the godly and faithful to live and carry out their day to day activities today? Instead, what we have is widespread corruption and oppression. Many who claim to be born-again, Spirit-filled Christians, even some in high leadership positions, have joined the rat race. ‘If you can’t beat them, join them’! Notice the assurance of God’s intervention in vs.5-6 (compare 1 Kings 19:15-18). God has promised in His Word to defend the defenceless and punish sin. His Word and promises are sure. Even while the wicked may continue to pursue their evil and corruption is exalted in the land (v.8), may we continue to trust in the Lord to fulfil His promises. Make this the basis of your prayer today as in v.7.

Practice/Word Application
• And so? What step is God asking you to take in your own small corner to reduce corruption in your country?

• Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?

Closing Prayer
• Pray for grace to obey Him.

• Pray against harmful books and multimedia materials that masquerade as Christian materials.

Offer a prayer of faith in line with Exodus 33:14; Malachi; Luke 24:36-53

Scripture Union Daily Guide 31 December 2021. 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.