Feb. 09, 2025

Zechariah 5:1-4

Pointing Out the Obvious

1. The Scroll

A. The Value of the Written Word

B. A Double-Sided Scroll

Exodus 32:15-16

C. The Word and Its Content Are Obvious

D. The Connective Tissue of Integrity

Leviticus 6:1-7

Leviticus 19:11-13

“Do not be a liar, since it leads to theft”. The Didache

James 5:1-6

Exodus 20:15

Exodus 20:16

Matthew 22:36-40

2. Stealing

Exodus 20:15

A. The Conditions

Nehemiah 5:1-5

B. Relational Nature of Covenant Living

Love your neighbor

Galatians 5:13-15

Ephesians 4:28

3. Swearing Falsely

A. When Truth is no Longer Valued

B. Grace Raises the Bar

Matthew 5:33-37

James 5:12

C. The Roots of Loving God.

Deuteronomy 6:4-5

D. Praise God for HIS WORK of Grace!

The blood of Jesus is more than enough isn’t it.

1 John 1:7-10

Reflection:

1. Do you sense anything from the Holy Spirit today that might break relationship in regard to trust in your relationship with Jesus or your neighbor?

Follow UP in the Word through the Week…

Monday:

Read: Exodus 32:15-16

In what ways has the written Word been important to you? Have you noticed growth in that importance as you have walked with the Lord?

Tuesday:

Read: Leviticus 6:1-7

What behaviors are being dealt with in this passage? Realistically how do you see consequences in life around you from these breaches in integrity today?

Wednesday:

Read: James 5:1-6

Who is being stolen from in these verses? What is James’ reaction to those actions?

Thursday:

Read: Matthew 22:36-40

How do these two commandments sum up the rest? In your relationship to Jesus how do you see both of these working out?

Friday:

Read: Matthew 5:33-37

How does Jesus deal with truth telling? What is the practical way this should come out in your life and speech?

Saturday:

Read: 1 John 1:7-10

Spend some time today praying through these verses. Allow the Lord to point out what He wants from your life and let Him do the work of forgiveness and cleansing that only He can do.