Today’s Reading, Psalms 9-16
Focal Scripture: Psalms 15:1-5 “Lord, who can dwell in your tent? Who can live on your holy mountain? The one who lives blamelessly, practices righteousness, and acknowledges the truth in his heart — who does not slander with his tongue, who does not harm his friend or discredit his neighbor, who despises the one rejected by the Lord but honors those who fear the Lord, who keeps his word whatever the cost, who does not lend his silver at interest or take a bribe against the innocent — the one who does these things will never be shaken.”
The question is asked, Who can dwell is his tent and who can live on his holy mountain? The answer is direct and simple. A person who is blameless, practices righteousness and acknowledges truth in his heart. The Psalmist goes even further and says one that does not slander or talks bad about others. One who has high character.
Living a holy life matters. A life that has a controlled tongue and treats others well. To often skill and status take the forefront and character is left behind. This happens in almost every aspect of life.
Where the believer has to be careful is in who they chose and I lead God’s church. When skill or friendship take precedence over biblical qualifications the church is in trouble. The standards are there for a reason.
So ask yourself this question. Do the leaders you have control their tongue? Do they treat everyone the same? Are the prone to anger? Do they talk about others? If they do these things they not only are unfit to be leaders but are also in danger of not dwelling with the Lord.
Our call is to be faithful in deed and speech. This happens both individually and corporately. Especially with those who lead.
Tomorrow I plan on reading Psalms 17-20
