Exodus 34:19 All that openeth the matrix is mine; and every firstling among thy cattle, whether ox or sheep, that is male.
Praise the Lord!!
Today we will meditate upon the God who alone deserves the first place.
Some translation says the "everything that is first is mine"
Every day we need to be careful in understanding who is influencing us. If we don't bother and go as the rest of world. We will not be able to perform task to the full potential. (Ecclesiastes 11:9)
You need to keep the God in the first place.
Why God deserves the first place?
1. He is Alpha and Omega ( Revelation 22:13)
2. He is the Lord your God (Leviticus 25:17)
3. He is the rewarder of your efforts.( Deuteronomy 2:7)
4. He fights your battles.( Deuteronomy 1:30)
5. He approaches you when you are in trouble. ( Deuteronomy 4:7)
What would happen if we don't give God the first place?
Abel and Cain both sacrificed their offerings to the Lord. Abel's sacrifice was accepted but Cain's sacrifice was rejected. The reason is Abel gave God first place.
Genesis 4:4 And Abel, he also brought of the firstlings of his flock and of the fat thereof. And the LORD had respect unto Abel and to his offering:
Genesis 4:5 But unto Cain and to his offering he had not respect. And Cain was very wroth, and his countenance fell.
In what way can we keep God in first place?
1. Glorify God every morning for the strength he gives you to carry out the work. ( Isaiah 33:2)
2. Glorify God for leading you in a right path. (Isaiah 42:16)
3. Glorify God for every good work he works on you. ( Proverbs 16:3)
Saints, if we don't give God the first place he deserves. Thus saith the Lord.
Genesis 4:7 If thou doest well, shalt thou not be accepted? and if thou doest not well, sin lieth at the door. And unto thee shall be his desire, and thou shalt rule over him.
Today if you are not giving him the first place. Repent for your sin and come back to him. He will forgive you in his abundant mercies.
Yes!! He is a Jealous God. Praise him, Love him with all your heart, mind and soul.
God Bless
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