Wednesday: Wise Up Week 2 “The key to real success is to walk in the ways of God.”

Today’s Topic:  Embracing God's Mercy and Justice

Passage: 1 Kings 2:28-31  

"When the news came to Joab—for Joab had supported Adonijah... So Benaiah came to the tent of the Lord and said to him, 'The king commands, ‘Come out.’' But he said, 'No, I will die here.'”

The narrative of Joab and Adonijah highlights the importance of understanding God's balance of mercy and justice. Solomon, following David's advice, must navigate the delicate balance between showing mercy and administering justice. Adonijah and Joab’s actions ultimately lead them to face justice due to their unwillingness to repent and change.

In our walk with God, we must also consider how we respond to His mercy. Do we accept it with humility and a willingness to transform, or do we take it for granted, risking the consequences of our choices? God offers us His grace, but He also calls us to live justly and righteously, understanding that our actions have consequences.

Action Step: Identify an area in your life where you need to seek God's mercy and make a conscious decision to walk in obedience to His will.

Write Your Story: Go to www.connectchurchstl.com/bookoflife and write your story!!!

Prayer: 

God, thank You for Your mercy. Help me to live justly and honor You with my actions, embracing Your mercy while walking in righteousness. Amen.

Song: “The Walk” by Steven Curtis Chapman (this is a classic deep dive and you’ll love it); The Walk