September 23
God is watching us. Plus…
Ecclesiastes 10-12/Matthew 27-28
OT
10:13 Since fools base their thoughts on foolish premises, their conclusions will be wicked madness.
12:1 Don’t let the excitement of youth cause you to forget your Creator. Honor him in your youth before you grow old and no longer enjoy living.
NT
27:50-54 Then Jesus shouted out again, and he gave up his spirit. At that moment the curtain in the Temple was torn in two, from top to bottom. The earth shook, rocks split apart, and tombs opened. The bodies of many godly men and women who had died were raised from the dead after Jesus’ resurrection. They left the cemetery, went into the holy city of Jerusalem, and appeared to many people. The Roman officer and the other soldiers at the crucifixion were terrified by the earthquake and all that had happened. They said, “Truly, this was the Son of God!”
OT Flash Points
Enjoy your life
But remember you will have to give account for everything you do!
NT Flash Points
God is keeping account of your life
Just as detailed as His account of Jesus’ life
“I am with you always.”
Perspective
You are a disciple because He has chosen and equipped you
Not because you, in your own strength and knowledge, determine to be one
Join Him in the choosing and equipping