They’re killing lawyers for doing their job!
RIP to the lady that passed on earlier today whilst heading to the CCMA for a matter.
We hope law enforcement will arrest the suspects speedily!
Start with the notice of set down & identify the parties involved.
MORNING DEVOTION: TUE, ²⁴ MAR ²⁰²⁵:
📖 "Do not test the Lord your God." (Matthew 4:7; Exodus 17:1-7)
LESSON:
I. Do not test the Lord your God" is a biblical command (Deuteronomy 6:16) warning against doubting God’s presence or demanding miracles to prove His faithfulness, as the Israelites did at Massah.
a. Jesus cited this in the wilderness to refuse selfishly manipulating God's protection.
b. It means trusting God without requiring proof.
II. Key Context and Meaning:
a. The Origin (Massah):
• The phrase stems from Exodus 17:1-7, where the Israelites, lacking water, doubted God and asked, "Is the LORD among us or not?", essentially testing if He would be forced to act on their terms.
b. Jesus’ Temptation:
1. In Matthew 4:7 and Luke 4:12, Satan urged Jesus to throw Himself from the temple to force God to save Him.
2. Jesus replied that it is a sin to force a divine demonstration of protection.
II. What it Means Today:
• It is a warning against "presumptuous (excess bold or forward)" faith, where one acts recklessly, disobediently, or demands a sign to prove God's love or power, rather than humbly trusting His character.
III. Contrast Between Testing and Trusting:
a. Testing:
• Demanding God prove Himself, often out of doubt, fear, or for selfish reasons (e.g., placing oneself in danger and expecting a miracle).
b. Trusting:
• Resting in God's will without fear and believing in His faithfulness without needing to see immediate proof. (Google.2026. Key Lessons from Matthew 4:7)
Good morning!🙏🏿
A. "For we walk by faith, not by sight." (2 Corinthians 5:7)
B. "It is better to trust in the LORD Than to put confidence in man." (Psalm 118:8)
HAVE A GOOD DAY!
When it comes to matters of faith, we must never let go of the word of God since faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God (Romans 10:17). We are not in a business of blind faith and manipulation. Keep the faith. Salvation is only found in Jesus Christ. Trust and obey. Ignorance is not an excuse!
In the service of Christ!
𝓛𝓪𝔀𝓻𝓮𝓷𝓬𝓮 𝓡𝓪𝓶𝓪𝓷𝓸
🚨🏆 Pep Guardiola has now won 40 trophies in his coaching career. 4️⃣0️⃣✨
🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆 Premier League x6
🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆 Carabao Cup x5
🏆🏆🏆🏆 Club World Cup x4
🏆🏆🏆🏆 UEFA Super Cup x4
🏆🏆🏆 Champions League x3
🏆🏆🏆 La Liga x3
🏆🏆🏆 Bundesliga x3
🏆🏆🏆 Spanish Super Cup x3
🏆🏆🏆 Community Shield x3
🏆🏆 Copa del Rey x2
🏆🏆 DFB Pokal x2
🏆🏆 FA Cup x2
🏃♂️💙 SAPS at the Alex Marathon 🇿🇦
This morning, members of the South African Police Service participated in the Alex Marathon, where Deputy President Paul Mashatile also took part in the event. Their presence highlighted support for community wellness, safety, and an active nation.
Proud moments of commitment and service. 👮♂️🏅
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