Nov 13 2021

The way of the wicked is an abomination unto the Lord: but he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.

This Proverb tells us that the Lord sees both the wicked and the righteous, and that He loves those who seek righteousness (meaning high morals and values). In this morning's study, we'll consider what it means to follow "after righteousness" and truly experience the love of the Lord as a result.

Sometimes it seems like people who do sinful things get ahead in life, while I, trying to plug along the moral route, encounter all kinds of difficulty. This is not a feeling based on truth; while evil people may seem to get ahead, their behavior is repugnant to the Lord. He will forgive them if they repent, but they cannot experience His love in the midst of sin.

As Christians following after righteousness, however, we can cling to the supreme treasure that is the love of God. Because the Lord loves us, He will never leave us or forsake us. He will never ignore our cries for help, and He will always offer us peace if we ask Him for it. We know that when we die, we will be with the Lord. Instead of looking for the world to fill us up, we are filled up with His love and goodness. The love of God encourages us and reminds us, over and over again, that we are not alone.

If you see someone doing something that is wrong, or feel as though being a Christian is a burden, remember that the Lord has a different perspective than we do. He will not overlook sin without repentance or forget about our faithfulness in difficult times. When we remember that He loves us because of grace, we will be able to have compassion for other people (just as He has had compassion for us), and focus on His love.



As we make the decision to cling to His faithfulness above all else, we can experience the benefits of His love and mercy. Being righteous will not be a burden, but instead a distinct and holy privilege for those who know the living God.

Dear Lord, thank you for always being faithful to those who try to follow after you. Sometimes it seems like a long and hard road, but obedience to you is always worth it. Help me to always remember the love that you have for me. In Jesus' name, amen.

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