As I was reading and praying this morning, I read again Is. 53:12..."He poured out his life unto death, and let himself be regarded as a criminal yet he bore the sins of many and made intercession for the rebellious." I have been seeking God for the last few days about what position I should take in regard to a friend's blatant disobedience. It never surprises me that when I pray about what to do about someone else, God points out my own sin. I rather expect it, and am comforted by this act of His grace. I know now, he only wants the very best that I can be; heart, mind, body and soul. I also know that He knows I sincerely need Him. So, I remove the plank from my own eye, and continue to ask. God, who is full of mercy, patiently shows me in Scripture what He would do, so that I will do likewise. I love that about God! He loves me enough to take time out to teach me about compassion. He doesn't want me to "write people off" any more. He wants me to learn to love the way He loves--without constraint or condition.
What shall I do? Intercede, love, and be regarded in whatever way others will regard me--it makes no never mind to me. My Savior has spoken. I will obey. His promises are true--always!
Is 42:3 A bruised reed He will not break, and a dimly burning wick He will not quench; He will bring forth justice in truth.
At any given time, we are all bruised reeds, dimly burning wicks, and rebels--yet He interceded for us. Amen
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