Scripture
So let's not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don't give up.
Observation
God cannot be mocked- whatever you sow you will reap. Sow into sinful flesh and you will reap judgement. Sow into the spirit and you receive everlasting life. For this reason it is a good idea to do good to everyone.
Circumcisers are about pleasing man. Fulfilling the Law gives one a certain amount of self-righteousness but it's only by living a life of faith that we really please God.
Application
Sometimes living God's way is just plain hard work. There is a certain grace to stay the course. But there are so many temptations to wander off the path.
The world wants us to give up and give in to all the alluring temptations that it dangles before our eyes.
Religious people want us to put our trust in external observances that seem to make us more spiritual, but in fact turn us towards idolatry and pride.
The key is to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus and to follow closely behind Him.
Prayer
Father let me walk in your way today. Let me not be distracted by the glittering temptations of the world or the seemingly spiritual ways of false religion. I put my trust in you again today, my Lord and Redeemer. Amen
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