November 22, 2011 (Matthew 11-13)
From the Life Journal of Adam Proux:
Scripture: “Then He begin to denounce the cities in which most of His miracles were done, because they did not repent.” Matthew 11:20 NASB
Observation: Jesus did many miracles that people saw with their own eyes, yet they didn’t see. They continued to walk to same way they were walking before their encounter with Jesus. They did not repent so Jesus denounced them openly. He went on to tell them the day of judgement was not going to be good for them.
Application: Oh how this still takes place today. Jesus is performing miracles all around us that we see with our eyes, but seeing we still don’t see. Hearing we still don’t hear. We want all the benefits of serving Christ without the dedication or commitment required. To surrender 100% to Christ is the only option. 85% is not enough. Just as the cities were denounced by Christ for not repenting, so will Christ denounce us if we continue to walk in sin and refuse to repent and surrender to Him completely.
Prayer: Dear Lord, thank You for Your mercy and grace. Even though Your mercy and grace are far above my understanding I see and appreciate the value of both in my life. Help my eyes to see. Help my ears to hear. Father I repent of all sin and filthiness of the flesh that stains me. Wash and cleanse me in the precious blood of Jesus Christ. Make me clean and holy in Your site. I dedicate myself to You in every way I know and understand today. Help me stay committed to You and endure until the end no matter what, in Jesus name, Amen!