Scripture Union Daily Guide 2 March 2022 | SU Daily Guide for Wednesday
Wednesday, Scripture Union Daily Guide 2 March 2022
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Opening Prayer: Oh Lord, fill me with the power of the Holy Ghost as I study your word.
Scripture: Luke 11:37‐54
Question(s) for Reflection
• Is there any warning for me to heed?
Scripture Union Daily Guide 2 March 2022 MESSAGE
Note that the washing Jesus failed to do (v.38) was a ceremonial washing that was not even commanded by the law but had been added in the traditions of the Pharisees (Mark 7:3). What can we learn from Jesus’ reaction to this tradition in vs.39‐41?
Jesus’ reaction shows that God is more concerned about purity and righteousness of the inner man (heart) than with mere outward conformity to man‐made rules of holiness. If we only expend our energy on trying to please our leaders by conforming externally to some man‐made standards of holiness while setting aside the word of God, we are just as hypocritical as the Pharisees (see 1 Samuel 16:7).
Note however, that the word of God and the indwelling Holy Spirit should dictate our conduct and outward appearance. Vs.42‐52 is a list of six rebukes which Jesus pronounced against the Pharisees and Scribes for their hypocrisies.
How do these manifest in the body of Christ today? Read v.52 again and observe how wrong interpretation of Scripture prevents people from entering God’s Kingdom. Instead of repenting, how did the Pharisees and Scribes react to Jesus’ rebuke (vs.53‐54)?
Practice/Word Application
And so? Be careful lest you find yourself opposing God.
• Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?
Closing Prayer
• Spirit of the living God, help me to be in tune with you.
Offer a prayer of faith in line with Jeremiah 17:7 ‐ 8
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NATIONAL PRAYER BULLETIN
Wed, 02-Mar-2022
PRAYER FOCUS
DETERMINED TO WIN
Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. 1 Corinthians 16:13
THANK GOD FOR:
› The crown of life God has promised to all who perseveres and stand the test of time.
› The divine help we have received and do receive to remain zealous to the end.
PRAY FOR:
› Grace to keep taking up our positions in Christ, standing firm as we await God’s deliverance.
› Deliberate decision to even sing and rejoice in the Lord despite the hardships, persecutions and difficulties because our God has the final say.
› Grace to remember God’s promise to be with us, strengthen and help us even in the situation we are in.
› Chairman and council members as they travel to Ibadan tomorrow.
PRAY AGAINST:
∷ Every spirit of fear and discouragement, more so as the battle is raging.
∷ All forms of weariness that will make us not see or appreciate the love and grace of God.
Scripture Union Daily Guide 2 March 2022. 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.
