Jesus told this story to his disciples: "There was a certain rich man who had a manager handling his affairs. One day a report came that the manager was wasting his employer's money. So the employer called him in and said, 'What's this I hear about you? Get your report in order, because you are going to be fired.'"
—Luke 16:1-2 NLT
Key Thought
In today's age where feelings and intentions are given greater value than behavior, Jesus' teaching on being held accountable for our actions seems harsh to many. However, Jesus wants his disciples to know that his work in the lives of men and women involves the transformation of character (Romans 12:2). Godly character involves not only doing the right things but also doing them for the right reasons and with the right intentions.
Today's Prayer
Father, keep my heart pure and my hands busy with your work. May my true character, my internal desires, and my actions and words always reflect your character, grace, faithfulness, and loving kindness. In Jesus' name. Amen.
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—Luke 16:1-2 NLT
Key Thought
In today's age where feelings and intentions are given greater value than behavior, Jesus' teaching on being held accountable for our actions seems harsh to many. However, Jesus wants his disciples to know that his work in the lives of men and women involves the transformation of character (Romans 12:2). Godly character involves not only doing the right things but also doing them for the right reasons and with the right intentions.
Today's Prayer
Father, keep my heart pure and my hands busy with your work. May my true character, my internal desires, and my actions and words always reflect your character, grace, faithfulness, and loving kindness. In Jesus' name. Amen.
Related Scripture Readings
Ⓒ 1996-2019 Heartlight, Inc. This material may not be reproduced in part or whole for commercial use without written consent. What Jesus Did! is written by Phil Ware. Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright ©1996, 2004, 2007, 2013, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.
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