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Romans 13:13, Not In Chambering and Wantoness

By Rev. Lek Aik Wee Posted on 4 July, 2016 Posted in Devotions Tagged with Devotion, Book of Romans, 4 July 2016

The believer is to cherish the freedom that he has received being freed from the bondage of sin through the cleansing blood of Jesus Christ and to keep himself pure for he has been redeemed by a great price paid as the Apostle Paul explains in Ephesians 2:1-5 And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins; 2 Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience: 3 Among whom also we all had our conversation in times past in the lusts of our flesh, fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the mind; and were by nature the children of wrath, even as others. 4 But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us, 5 Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;).

Romans 13:13, Not In Rioting and Drunkenness

By Rev. Lek Aik Wee Posted on 3 July, 2016 Posted in Devotions Tagged with Devotion, Book of Romans, 3 July 2016

Let your life not be filled with riotous conduct and drunkenness. Rather, be sober! Do not be engaged in nightlife, partying through the night in a drunken stupor. To be addicted to the consumption of alcohol. The Lord’s return draws near and be careful not caught off-guard, suffering obvious loss. Be warned.

Romans 13:13, Let Us Walk Honestly

By Rev. Lek Aik Wee Posted on 2 July, 2016 Posted in Devotions Tagged with 2 July 2016, Devotion, Book of Romans

To be honest is to reject that which is false. The LORD hates falsehood and delights in truthfulness for the God of the Bible is a God of Truth, in Him is no lie (Hebrews 6:18). Truthfulness is the manifestation of God’s character. An honest Christian is a true reflection of the God he/she professes to follow. An honest man exemplifies human nature in its highest forms, for men of character are the conscience of the society to which they belong. Men of genuine excellence in every station of life, are men of industry, of integrity, of godly principle, of sterling honesty of purpose. Although genius always commands admiration, but character most secures respect. [Character Sketches for Boys and Girls by Henry Davenport Northrop]

Romans 13:12, Cast Off the Works of Darkness

By Rev. Lek Aik Wee Posted on 1 July, 2016 Posted in Devotions Tagged with Devotion, Book of Romans, 1 July 2016

A serious indictment is given here for the believers to repent of their sins. This is a call to self-examination and confession of sins. Let sin be rid of and let holiness be our portion. The Bible character Lot, the nephew of Abraham, was vexed by the immorality and sin-sickened of the inhabitants of Sodom. Yet, he tarried there hoping to make an earthly gain by his association with the men of Sodom. He suffered great loss. His wife was judged by God. She turned into a pillar of salt. His daughters were so plagued by the ill-moral standards of the city, they committed incest with their father.

Romans 13:11, High Time to Awake

By Rev. Lek Aik Wee Posted on 30 June, 2016 Posted in Devotions Tagged with Devotion, Book of Romans, 30 June 2016

The Apostle Paul warns the believers against spiritual slumber and tardiness. He exhorts the church to spiritual alertness and vigilance. Our Lord Jesus is returning soon to take the church to glory. When Jesus comes, He will reward His faithful servants. We are to make sure that when the trumpet call comes, we will be caught up to heaven just like the godly Enoch who was taken to heaven physically without seeing death.

Romans 13:9-10, Love Is the Fulfilling of the Law

By Rev. Lek Aik Wee Posted on 29 June, 2016 Posted in Devotions Tagged with Devotion, Book of Romans, 29 June 2016

The love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us (Romans 5:5). God gives us the ability to love others by the empowering of the Holy Spirit indwelling the believer. It is a true test of conversion.

The believer has the indwelling Holy Spirit that enables to love:

(1) the being of God (2) the worship of God (3) the name of God (4) the day of God (5) the representative of God (6) the body of man (7) the morality of man (8) the property of man (9) the personality of man (10) the property of man.

Romans 13:8, Owe No Man Anything

By Rev. Lek Aik Wee Posted on 28 June, 2016 Posted in Devotions Tagged with Devotion, Book of Romans, 28 June 2016

Be ready to discharge any obligations you have toward all men because God has so filled your heart and endowed you with His love. This is the Christian experience. Begin with the family, extend it to your neighbours, friends and colleagues. The word “owe” is a command for continual action. In other words, make it a habit of life to discharge your God-given responsibility toward others. The obedient believer is blessed of God because he is at peace with others. God’s laws are ordained for our blessing. Careful maintenance of good human relationships by carrying out our responsibility.

Romans 13:7, Render Therefore to All Their Dues

By Rev. Lek Aik Wee Posted on 27 June, 2016 Posted in Devotions Tagged with Book of Romans, 27 June 2016, Devotion

The Apostle Paul exhorts to believers to discharge their God-given responsibility to the authorities has placed over them. He speaks of a whole-hearted submission that involves not just the heart (fear) but in our conduct (honour) and in our actions (tirbute and custom). He says be not slack in doing so.

Romans 13:1-6, Duties Toward Civil Authority

By Rev. Lek Aik Wee Posted on 26 June, 2016 Posted in Devotions Tagged with Devotion, Book of Romans, 26 June 2016

A significant part of a citizen’s responsibility is the paying of taxes wherein comes government revenue for the enforcement of law and order in society. A Christian living in any society, the Apostle Paul teaches, must not neglect or evade that God-given duty. He says, “pay ye tribute” and do so continually. Every civil government bears the responsibility vested by God to bring law and order in any society by rewarding good and punishing evil. Citizens are thus protected with peace in the land.

Romans 13:5, Be Subject to Civil Authority

By Rev. Lek Aik Wee Posted on 25 June, 2016 Posted in Devotions Tagged with Devotion, Book of Romans, 25 June 2016

The Apostle Paul teaches the believers to submit to the rule of government in the city that they reside in. If they break the law, be willing to go through the due process of law. If found guilty, be willing to face the judgment of the law for whatever wrongdoing. The judgment of the law against committed crime serves as a deterrent for believers. They are to fear to transgress the law. It would be a setback to their Christian testimony in the sight of the world.

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