Scripture: Psalms 50: 1-6

The Mighty One, God, the Lord, speaks and summons the earth from the rising of the sun to the place where it sets. From Zion, perfect in beauty, God shines forth. And God comes and will not be silent; a fire devours before him, and around him a tempest rages. He summons the heavens above, and the earth, that he may judge his people: “Gather to me my consecrated ones, who made a covenant with me by sacrifice.” And the heavens proclaim his righteousness, for God himself is judge.

Scripture Commentary: God will judge all – good and bad.

God judges people for treating him lightly. First, he speaks to the superficially religious people who bring their sacrifices but are only going through the motions. They do not honor God with true praise and thankfulness.  He asks the superficially religious for genuine thanksgiving and trust.

Second, he chides wicked, hardhearted people for their evil works and immoral lives. He warns the evil people to consider their deeds, lest he destroy them in anger.

God will judge all – good and bad. If you think because you participate in religious activities, tithe, or attend church out of habit or conformity rather than out of heartfelt love and obedience that you agree with God, you are wrong.

The very act of sacrifice shows God that you agree with him wholeheartedly. We must pledge ourselves to obey God, and utilize our resources for the good of his kingdom.

God wants righteousness, not empty ritual. God’s judgment must begin with his own people.

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