GOD TEACHES US ABOUT LOYALTY LET US BE CAREFUL WHO WE PLACE OUR TRUST IN.
Proverbs 25:19 Confidence in an unfaithful man in time of trouble is like a broken tooth, and a foot out of joint. Proverbs 20:6 “Many people declare their loyalty, but who can find someone who is really trustworthy?” Real loyalty is rare. It shows up in actions, not declarations. A person’s mouth may say anything, but their actions show if they are loyal or not. Loyalty is tested in trouble, not in comfort. Anyone can appear faithful when nothing is required of them. But when pressure comes, the true nature of a person is revealed. These proverbs warn us: Not to give crisis‑level trust to convenience‑level people. Don’t rely on inconsistent people. If someone has a pattern of unreliability, Scripture says you should not lean on them. God never calls us to be loyal to disloyalty. Before we depend on someone let us evaluate the person’s trustworthiness. Before depending on someone, ask: Have they shown faithfulness in small things? Before sharing something sensitive, ask: Have they handled past information with integrity? Surround yourself with people who strengthen your walk, not sabotage it. Don’t feel guilty for setting boundaries; feel wise. Pray for Discernment. Ask God to Show you who is safe. Show you who is not aligned with where He’s taking you, and realize discernment is protection, and God is the only One who is always reliable. “Lord, help me trust wisely today. Show me who strengthens my walk and who weakens it. Make me reliable in all I do and protect my heart from misplaced trust.” AMEN AND AMEN.
1 Thessalonians 4:1 Now then, brothers and sisters, because of the Lord Jesus we ask and encourage you to excel in living a God-pleasing life even more than you already do. Do this the way we taught you. 1 Thessalonians 2:12 you should live in a way that proves you belong to the God who calls you into his kingdom and glory. 1 Samuel 12:24 Fear the LORD, and serve him sincerely. Consider the great things he did for you. Romans 6:13 Never offer any part of your body to sin’s power. No part of your body should ever be used to do any ungodly thing. Instead, offer yourselves to God as people who have come back from death and are now alive. Offer all the parts of your body to God. Use them to do everything that God approves of.
1 Thessalonians 4:1 Now then, brothers and sisters, because of the Lord Jesus we ask and encourage you to excel in living a God-pleasing life even more than you already do. Do this the way we taught you. 1 Thessalonians 2:12 you should live in a way that proves you belong to the God who calls you into his kingdom and glory. 1 Samuel 12:24 Fear the LORD, and serve him sincerely. Consider the great things he did for you. Romans 6:13 Never offer any part of your body to sin’s power. No part of your body should ever be used to do any ungodly thing. Instead, offer yourselves to God as people who have come back from death and are now alive. Offer all the parts of your body to God. Use them to do everything that God approves of.
Jesus calls His followers to stay deeply connected to Him, because only through that union can they live fruitful lives that reflect God’s glory. John 15:4–8 Live in me, and I will live in you. A branch cannot produce any fruit by itself. It has to stay attached to the vine. In the same way, you cannot produce fruit unless you live in me. “I am the vine. You are the branches. Those who live in me while I live in them will produce a lot of fruit. But you can’t produce anything without me. Whoever doesn’t live in me is thrown away like a branch and dries up. Branches like this are gathered, thrown into a fire, and burned. If you live in me and what I say lives in you, then ask for anything you want, and it will be yours. You give glory to my Father when you produce a lot of fruit and therefore show that you are my disciples. Jesus teaches that spiritual life, growth, and fruitfulness are only possible by remaining connected to Him, just as a branch must stay attached to the vine to live. He is the vine—the life-giver. We are the branches—completely dependent on Him for vitality, direction, and power.
“Whatever is worrying you right now, forget about it. Take a deep breath and trust in God.” “Sometimes God’s blessing are not in what He gives; but in what He takes away. He knows best, trust Him.” “To trust God in the light is nothing, but trust him in the dark—that is faith.” “If God wants a thing to succeed – you can’t mess it up. If He wants a thing to fail – you can’t save it. Rest and just be faithful.” “God has perfect timing trust Him.” “The more you trust God the more He amazes you.” Joshua 1:9 “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous! Do not tremble or be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” TRUST GOD, HE WILL NOT LET YOU DOWN.
Titus 3:3 (GW) “We were once foolish, disobedient, deceived, and slaves to all kinds of desires and pleasures. We were wasting our lives in evil and jealousy. We hated others, and others hated us.” In this verse Paul is reminding believers of who we used to be before God’s mercy found us. This is not to shame us, but to: Humble us, to Increase gratitude, and to Shape how we treat others who are still living in darkness. This verse states: “We were once foolish” Not meaning intellectually stupid, but spiritually blind—unable to perceive God’s truth or our own condition. This verse states: we were disobedient. Meaning we resisted God’s authorty, we didn’t accidentally sin, we lived a sinful style. This verse states: we were deceived. We were living under illusions about ourselves, about sin, and about God. This verse teaches us that we were “Slaves to all kinds of desires and pleasures” we are talking about bondage. Before Christ, our desires ruled us instead of us ruling them. This verse teaches us that we were wasting our lives in evil and jealousy. Plus “we hated others, and others hated us.” In this verse Paul is not describing “bad people.” He is describing all people before Christ.
SO BEFORE YOU PUT DOWN, BELITTLE, OR TALK ABOUT SOMEONE ELSE BE SURE TO REMEMBER HOW YOU USE TO BE, REMEMBER WHERE YOU CAME FROM. DON’T KNOCK SOMEONE BECAUSE THEY ARE NOT WHERE YOU ARE, SHOW MERCY, LOVE AND KINDNESS AND HELP YOUR BROTHER AND SISTER TO GET TO WHERE YOU ARE NOW, AND THIS IS THE WORD OF GOD. AMEN AND AMEN
John 14:12–14 “I can guarantee this truth: Those who believe in me will do the things that I am doing. They will do even greater things because I am going to the Father. I will do anything you ask ⸤the Father⸥ in my name so that the Father will be given glory because of the Son. If you ask me to do something, I will do it. Matthew 21:21–22 Jesus answered them, “I can guarantee this truth: If you have faith and do not doubt, you will be able to do what I did to the fig tree. You could also say to this mountain, ‘Be uprooted and thrown into the sea,’ and it will happen. Have faith that you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.” James 1:5–7 If any of you needs wisdom to know what you should do, you should ask God, and he will give it to you. God is generous to everyone and doesn’t find fault with them. When you ask for something, don’t have any doubts. A person who has doubts is like a wave that is blown by the wind and tossed by the sea. A person who has doubts shouldn’t expect to receive anything from the Lord. Matthew 9:22 When Jesus turned and saw her he said, “Cheer up, daughter! Your faith has made you well.” At that very moment the woman became well. Matthew 9:29–30 He touched their eyes and said, “What you have believed will be done for you!” Then they could see. He warned them, “Don’t let anyone know about this!”
THINK ABOUT WHAT IS BEING TAUGHT IN THESE VERSES. RECEIVE THESE VERSES AND ALLOW YOUR FAITH TO BRING A CHANGE INTO YOUR LIFE.
Psalm 128:1 Blessed are all who fear the LORD and live his way. Psalm 119:1–2 Blessed are those whose lives have integrity, those who follow the teachings of the LORD. Blessed are those who obey his written instructions. They wholeheartedly search for him. Psalm 1:1 Blessed is the person who does not follow the advice of wicked people, take the path of sinners, or join the company of mockers. Matthew 5:6–7 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for God’s approval. They will be satisfied. Blessed are those who show mercy. They will be treated mercifully. Jeremiah 17:7 Blessed is the person who trusts the LORD. The LORD will be his confidence. Luke 11:28 Jesus replied, “Rather, how blessed are those who hear and obey God’s word.”
LIVE YOUR LIFE IN A WAY THAT WILL CAUSE GOD TO WANT TO BLESS YOU, IT’S YOUR CHOICE.
Psalm 119:44 I will follow your teachings forever and ever. This is a declaration of enduring loyalty to God’s Word. Psalm 119:10 — “With my whole heart have I sought thee: O let me not wander from thy commandments.” This verse teaches us to allow our heart to be committed to God. Psalm 119:33 — “Teach me, O Lord, the way of thy statutes; and I shall keep it unto the end.” This verse teaches us that obedience to God is continual. John 8:31–32 — “If ye continue in my word… ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” This verse teaches us that freedom is found in obedience. LET US REMEMBER: • God’s Word is eternal. • Obedience is lifelong. • The heart must be engaged, not just outward actions. • True freedom is found in continuing in God’s commands.
Proverbs 11:13 “A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.” A faithful person minds their own business and protects others’ privacy. 1 Timothy 5:13 At the same time, they learn to go around from house to house since they have nothing else to do. Not only this, but they also gossip and get involved in other people’s business, saying things they shouldn’t say. Paul connects idleness, wandering, and speaking out of turn—classic busybody behavior. Proverbs 26:17 ⸤Like⸥ grabbing a dog by the ears, ⸤so⸥ is a bystander who gets involved in someone else’s quarrel. A vivid warning: stepping into someone else’s conflict is dangerous and unnecessary. 1 Peter 4:15 If you suffer, you shouldn’t suffer for being a murderer, thief, criminal, or troublemaker. Peter puts “busybody” in the same list as serious sins because meddling destroys relationships and testimony. Proverbs 20:3 Avoiding a quarrel is honorable. After all, any stubborn fool can start a fight. Wisdom avoids unnecessary involvement; foolishness inserts itself.
ALLOW THIS WORD FROM GOD TO BE A GUIDE UNTO YOUR LIFE.
