Rhapsody Of Realities 24 August 2024 By Pastor Chris Oyakhilome (Christ Embassy): Kingdom Values And Principles
TOPIC: Kingdom Values And Principles (Rhapsody of Realities 24 August 2024)
Neither shalt thou go up by steps unto mine altar, that thy nakedness be not discovered thereon (Exodus 20:26).
The scriptures help us to gain insights into God’s thinking and character. Take for example God’s instruction to the children of Israel regarding the construction of the altar. He instructed them not to build altars requiring steps to ascend. Why? It’s simply because He didn’t want anyone who may be watching from below to see their nakedness: “Don’t use steps to climb to my Altar because that will expose your nakedness” (Exodus 20:26 MSG).
It illustrates God’s attention to modesty and decency, even in architectural details. Such instructions reveal His character and way of thinking, and as such, a caution against cultural trends and fashion that tend to promote indecency or compromise personal dignity. Don’t adorn or condone indecent, revealing outfits. Uphold values of modesty and respect in your dressing.
Let the Word of God be your guiding light. By choosing to dress modestly, we not only honour God but also set a positive example for others. It’s about making choices that align with the principles of God’s Word and bring glory to His Name.
Always remember that, as Christians, we have a higher life and uphold higher standards. There’re things we don’t do, places we don’t go, and things we don’t say. The Bible says, “Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate…” (2 Corinthians 6:17).
So, be different; you’re a child of the Kingdom with a different life. You were sanctified by the Spirit; He’s separated you and declared you holy and undefiled. Therefore, let everything about your life glorify Christ. Maintain the values and principles of the Kingdom.
PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for your Word, which guides me in all aspects of life. I uphold the values of our Kingdom in all that I do, expressing righteousness and reflecting the character of Christ in my daily life. I stand firm in my commitment to honouring you. I embody and practice the principles, values and teachings of the Word by your Spirit, and live according to your will, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
FURTHER STUDY:
Romans 12:1-2: I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, [which is] your reasonable service. 2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what [is] that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
1 Timothy 2:9-10 NIV: I also want the women to dress modestly, with decency and propriety, adorning themselves, not with elaborate hairstyles or gold or pearls or expensive clothes, 10 but with good deeds, appropriate for women who profess to worship God.
Exodus 20:26 NIV: And do not go up to my altar on steps, or your private parts may be exposed.
1 Peter 3:3-4 NIV: Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. 4 Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
1 Corinthians 9 & Psalms 128-134
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Colossians 2:8-15 & Jeremiah 9
Remember to share with all your friends and loved ones today. Thank you and God bless you richly.
Rhapsody of Realities 2024 Devotional was written by Pastor Pastor Chris Oyakhilome (D.Sc., D.D.). President of Loveworld Inc. aka Christ Embassy Int’l.
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