Scripture Union Daily Guide 2nd August 2021 Monday Message
Topic: Repentance – The key To God’s Kingdom
Opening Prayer: Oh Lord, grant me spiritual insight into the truth of your word as I study it.
Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32
Question(s) for Reflection
• What is God revealing to me in this passage?
When the chief priests and the elders questioned the authority of Jesus (vs.23-27), He compared their attitude to that of the second son in the parable of the two sons (vs.28-32). They projected themselves as the righteous ones, outwardly pretending to be obedient.
Notice the reason the chief priests and elders refused to answer Jesus’ counter question about John’s authority (v.27). They were clearly going to expose themselves to public ridicule by their double standards. Do we find similar situations in our modern society where people like to twist facts to suit their own purpose?
True repentance is the key to overcoming such conduct. We see this clearly demonstrated by the first son. Even though he lived a rebellious and riotous life, when he realized his error, he made a complete turnaround. God is calling on people everywhere to repent of their sins and accept Jesus as their Lord and Saviour. Many religious people are rejecting the way of salvation while evil and wicked men are repenting and accepting salvation.
• Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?
Closing Prayer
• Dear Lord, grant us grace to constantly lay our whole lives bare before you. May religion not become a barrier to my salvation in you.
• Thank God for His love which He has demonstrated in diverse ways of salvation, health, provisions, safety, etc.
Offer a prayer of faith in line with Psalm 91:9-11; Psalms 60-62; Acts 22
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Scripture Union Daily Guide 2nd August 2021. Scripture Union is an international, inter-denominational, 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
