Free to Make Choices

Let's begin today with prayer and reading 1 Samuel 6

As we read the actions of the Philistines in this chapter I know the questions that must be popping in your head.

These Philistines’ were way out there in their decision-making.

Who makes golden idols out of rats? Did all of this really happen?

Time and time again I hear different questions about the authenticity of the Bible and the authors who wrote it. Today we have a great example of the Bible confirming its content precept upon precept.

Just a reminder:

2 Timothy 3:16

“All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. God uses it to prepare and equip his people to do every good work.”

Just like the human beings in the Bible, we are free to make choices. We can be obedient or we can rebel against God.

We will use 1 Samuel 6:6 for our take-away verse for our Life Application.

“Don’t be stubborn and rebellious as Pharaoh and the Egyptians were. Bu the time God was finished with them, they were eager to let Israel go.”

What does this Scripture say?

1. The Philistines had heard about the Israelites in Egypt and how powerful God worked in their situation and protection.

2. This verse confirms all of the Scripture in Exodus about the plagues and harden heart of the rebellious Pharaoh.

What does this Scripture mean?

1. The Philistines understood that they had a choice to make.

2. They knew to fear the God of Israel.

How can we apply this to our lives?

1. What am I rebellious about in my own life?

2. Have I allowed a person or issue I am facing to harden my heart towards God or others?

Do you see what the Philistines are confirming in this statement? They are confirming that Moses lead the people out of Egypt and their bondage. You can reread the event in Exodus 8:15,31-32 and 12:31. 

GOD IS GOOD (Ps 25:8; 34:8; 84:11;100:5) and still people choose to rebel and sin against Him. If you are in a rebellious place with the Lord and desire to change your choices, now is the perfect time to fall on your knees and repent.

If you know someone who has fallen into rebellion against God, today is the perfect time to intercede for them in prayer on your knees.

Let’s Pray:

Lord, help ________ to repent and turn from this rebellious heart today. Holy Spirit, please move in a mighty way and change _______ to follow You with a clean and forgiven heart. In the strong name of our Lord Jesus we pray.  Amen