03/06/2020 - GOOD INSTRUCTIONS

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Let none of you think evil in your heart against your neighbor; And do not love a false oath. For all these are things that I hate,’ Says the LORD.”. Zechariah 8:17

He who thinks badly of his mate becomes the author of that evil and will be responsible for what happens to him. The right thing is to reject any evil thoughts. To imagine that something bad will happen to this person is to accept the devil’s request to attack him. Now we are the Lord’s appointed authority to protect all and to do them good, and we never associate with the enemy in his evil work.

The Scriptures declare that he who hates his brother becomes a murderer (1 John 3:15). We are commanded to love each other not only with words, but also with actions like Jesus in His days on earth. In fact, we should be examples to all people, loving those who have no one willing to help them, such as those who live on the margins of God’s law and grace. The Savior set us an example to act like Him.

We need to pay close attention to what we say outside of God’s Word. The point is not just to avoid talking about bad things, but not to do something according to the criteria developed by people in relation to various subjects. That could help the devil destroy lives. We should open the Bible every day and study it. Thus we would not be found fighting against the Lord. Remember: there will be the Last Judgment!

It is wonderful to do good to those who need it, whether a stranger or acquaintance. Otherwise, it will bring you serious implications and problems. Although someone has hurt you spiritually or physically, help them if they have the opportunity, as if offering a worship service to God. The world is full of people who think only of themselves, but we must think of the Lord’s work.

Never love what God hates, but those He wants to help and save. The Lord sent His best from heaven to show us His love. Therefore, we must do our best so that others will find refuge and sustenance in the Most High. When we cry out in favor of someone, we must do so with firm faith, certain that the Father wants it from us.

Think carefully about everyone and you will be successful. It is sad to see inert people, doing nothing for those who need divine love, giving the most diverse and confusing explanations. Now we must do to the lost what we would like someone to do for us. Scripture states: The prayer given by a righteous person [practitioner of divine justice] can greatly in its effects (Jas 5:16). God opens the door for you to come in and do the work.

Whoever walks with the Lord will never be touched by the devil. After all, God loves those who love Him, and those who seek Him at dawn will find Him. Live your freedom in Christ to give others a chance to be blessed too. May He use it mightily!

In Christ, with love,

R. R. Soares