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21/09/2025

God is Love: Asking In Faith

Matthew 7:7
[7] Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:

After the revelation on beatitude blessings (embodying meekness, mercy and gentleness - to inherit the kingdom and please the heart of God); the internal hypocricy of documented alms giving, prayers in streets and synagogues to draw attention, repetitive and lengthy chants of folly, killing in spirit through anger, fornicating in spirit through lustful thoughts, to love enemies and never seek vengeance, laying up treasures in heaven instead of earth, foresaking anxiety and worry for anything earthly, not judging others yet having sound judgement in all things - there proves a great need for salvation, guidance and consistent daily bread to overcome, even to be comfored to the perfected image of His Son. Christ first urges solitary prayer in the closet - where intimacy, vulnerability and understanding is kindled; now, to further deepen the eternal relationship with The Father, even so as to advance by His knowledge and increase in light - perpetually desiring, pursuing and persevering the heart towards His goodness, seeking to attain the true riches found in Christ. Asking always, such is the spirit of one in poverty: not from despair, fear or doubt (He who began a good work shall surely complete it) - rather allowing the heart to knock patiently and consistently; bringing growth and transformation for both the soul and Kingdom. The Father delights to answer those who search for Him sincerely, even confidently - thus increasing in faith. "Ask, seek, knock": we see a command to increase intensity (with trust and not aggression); communion is to be fervent and specific - rather not cold and careless.

Matthew 7:8
[8] for every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened.

Christ reiterates The Fathers unchanging faithfulness: not a vague hope but a guaranteed principle - those who sincerely search for Him shall never be disappointed, rather amazed. "Every one": an open invitation - there is none too weak, sinful or unworthy in receiving grace; for these are whom He came to save. Again, prayer is not a formula - rather a thirsting desire from the heart. An eternal paradox: the greatest revelation, richest wealth, even highest discovery shall not be found in the gifts from God, rather from the very pursuing itself: greater faith, increased understanding and trusted submission - knowing the nature of God's heart, sovereignty and eternal goodness; the very workings of His ways, to know Him is greater than receiving any potential gain.

Hebrews 11:4-6
[4] By faith Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, by which he obtained witness that he was righteous, God testifying of his gifts: and by it he being dead yet speaketh. [5] By faith Enoch was translated that he should not see death; and was not found, because God had translated him: for before his translation he had this testimony, that he pleased God. [6] But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.

20/09/2025

God is Love: Pearls Before Swine

Matthew 7:1-2
[1] Judge not, that ye be not judged. [2] For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again.

Christ commands His disciples not to judge, specifically because they too, shall be judged in return - such are the laws of the spirit. Now, this is not the foresaking of discernment, moral evaluation, correcting error, deciphering truth and lie, even light and darkness - rather to be against high principalities and powers; not eternally condemning and finding-fault amongst individual brethren. Christ is the judge: disciples are to only search and speak truth for eternal edification. Blessed are those who are merciful, for they shall receive mercy: understanding how deeply The Father loved, elected, called and revealed His Son with divine timing, even before formation in the womb within a personal life; one is unable to deny, neither exclude any person from the saving and transforming grace of God.

Matthew 7:3-5
[3] And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother's eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye? [4] Or how wilt thou say to thy brother, Let me pull out the mote out of thine eye; and, behold, a beam is in thine own eye? [5] Thou hypocrite, first cast out the beam out of thine own eye; and then shalt thou see clearly to cast out the mote out of thy brother's eye.

Christ promotes self-examination and rebukes hypocricy: to truly help another, expose sin, reveal truth and manifest healing; disciples are to focus all effort and attention within - understanding the depravity, darkness and fallen nature that exists amongst men - all are in desperate need of Christ. A warning to study, repent and act upon the internal house, before interacting with a neighbor.

Matthew 7:6
[6] Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you.

Now, Christ: He of all love, mercy and goodness reveals that indeed there are dogs and swine of the world. Shall a disciple judge an outward appearance or label individuals? God forbid; rather testing each spirit as commanded. The dogs and swine shall reveal themselves by conduct, thought, speech, interests and values: the swine delights in filth, even consuming and thriving by the worldly spirit; the dog is simple-minded, even wagging its tail at foolishness and returning to its vomit. A disciple is not to hinder the truth, nor conceal the gospel; rather perceiving that many do not delight in purity, correction and righteousness - even desiring to remain or die in sin. Profane, vulgar and unconcerned - do not allow them into a holy place, neither lay precious mysteries of the faith at their feet; they will despise, belittle and trample them. Not to judge, neither to be without judgement. How great are the precepts of Christ? How narrow is His path and peculiar His wisdom?

1 Peter 4:17-19
[17] For the time is come that judgment must begin at the house of God: and if it first begin at us, what shall the end be of them that obey not the gospel of God? [18] And if the righteous scarcely be saved, where shall the ungodly and the sinner appear? [19] Wherefore let them that suffer according to the will of God commit the keeping of their souls to him in well doing, as unto a faithful Creator.

19/09/2025

God is Love: Hands And Spirit

Matthew 6:31
[31] Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?

Worrying never adds a grain to the harvest, neither a thread to garments: not condoning unwise, unprepared and sluggish behavior - rather to be without needless anxiety, even concern for earthly outcomes - trusting fully in the perfection of divine timing. The fruit of worry comes from an unbelieving spirit.

Matthew 6:32
[32] (For after all these things do the Gentiles seek:) for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things.

Such concerns must only be for the unbelievers: the relentless pursuit for wealth, comfort and earthly status - these know no better, even without spiritual encounter, Kingdom revelation and intimacy with Christ. The Father expects such haste from the world, yet, a disciple is to be free from all slavery: "And he said, Thus saith the LORD, Make this valley full of ditches. For thus saith the LORD, Ye shall not see wind, neither shall ye see rain; yet that valley shall be filled with water, that ye may drink, both ye, and your cattle, and your beasts. And this is but a light thing in the sight of the LORD".

Matthew 6:33
[33] But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

Instead, seeking must be towards His Kingdom; that is to say, commandments, precepts and ordinances, even aligning to His delights and foresaking the wordly abominations - the place where concern, attention and importance is given above all else. In the primary sense, seeking inner righteousness: faith and purity - embodying the beatitude blessings of poverty in spirit, meekness and mercy, even disregarding drunkenness and covetousness. In the secondary sense, seeking righteousness that manifests outwardly: "Be thou diligent to know the state of thy flocks, And look well to thy herds"; "Go to the ant, thou sluggard; Consider her ways, and be wise: Which having no guide, Overseer, or ruler, Provideth her meat in the summer, And gathereth her food in the harvest. How long wilt thou sleep, O sluggard? When wilt thou arise out of thy sleep"; "Through wisdom is an house builded; And by understanding it is established: And by knowledge shall the chambers be filled With all precious and pleasant riches. A wise man is strong; Yea, a man of knowledge increaseth strength. For by wise counsel thou shalt make thy war: And in multitude of counsellors there is safety. Wisdom is too high for a fool: He openeth not his mouth in the gate"; "Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; He shall not stand before mean men" - whilst the disciple has no concern for earthly riches, each must be accountable, fulfilling wordly duties as service to God.

Matthew 6:34
[34] Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.
Christ reiterates: have no excessive concern and anxiety for tomorrow - all attention, even energy is to be given towards aligned living in the present; notwithstanding, towards the higher truths and greater spiritual realities which must be perceived, intercepted and acted upon through Christ.

1 Thessalonians 4:10-12
[10] And indeed ye do it toward all the brethren which are in all Macedonia: but we beseech you, brethren, that ye increase more and more; [11] and that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you; [12] that ye may walk honestly toward them that are without, and that ye may have lack of nothing.

18/09/2025

God is Love: One Master

Matthew 6:24
[24] No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.

After Christ commands the singleness of spiritual sight, He reiterates a heart undivided: surrendered, loyal and trusting. An impossible task, serving two masters and loving them both: affection, time and strength is to be devoted to Him alone - lest earthly idolatry and bo***ge finds root, even replacing eternal riches with the rush for tangible temporary. Christ does not encourage laziness, lesser prudence, a scattered mind and the wastage of bestowed gifts, far from it, rather recalibrating the heart towards a heavenly fixation. The Creator knows the conflicting values, even postures of heart between seeking earthly wealth and kingdom pursuit: covetousness, pride, impatience, greed and discontent.

Matthew 6:25-30
[25] Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment? [26] Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they? [27] Which of you by taking thought can add one cubit unto his stature? [28] And why take ye thought for raiment? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin: [29] and yet I say unto you, That even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. [30] Wherefore, if God so clothe the grass of the field, which to day is, and to morrow is cast into the oven, shall he not much more clothe you, O ye of little faith?

17/09/2025

God is Love: A Single Eye

Matthew 6:22-23
[22] The light of the body is the eye: if therefore thine eye be single, thy whole body shall be full of light. [23] But if thine eye be evil, thy whole body shall be full of darkness. If therefore the light that is in thee be darkness, how great is that darkness!

Christ symbolizes the eye as the window of the soul, even the epicenter of the heart; not the visible and sensory perceivers - rather another eye, one which brings spiritual insight and eternal perspective. Notice that Christ dismisses any unchecked exploration and vain searching - rather commanding the eye to be in a state of single-mindedness, even with clarity and simplicity of purpose. If the spiritual eye wanders, it shall be taken captive by the desires of the flesh, foreign spirits and the demonic darkness of the world - here the fruits of foolishness, anger, idolatry and all manners of unrighteousness shall be found. A renewed fixation upon the everlasting light, this shall be the disciples focus-point; bearing all truth and understanding, moreover, the place of all love, mercy and life eternal.

Matthew 11:25-26
[25] At that time Jesus answered and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes. [26] Even so, Father: for so it seemed good in thy sight.

16/09/2025

God is Love: Untouchable Riches

Matthew 6:19-21
[19] Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: [20] but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal: [21] for where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.

Christ reveals the realities of spiritual bo***ge and a fluctuating heart: any strong attachment to that which is perishable, vulnerable and tangible shall surely disappoint, even fall short of the full glory of God. Whilst there is no condemnation against the sound application of talents (rather promoted for His glory), accumulation of wealth in diligence and an increased storehouse of grain - this soon becomes a means to an end, even secondary to the true wealth exclusively found in Christ. Earthy honour, carnal gain and self-indulgence shall carry no value before God; the true treasure shall be found only in Christ-likeness, that is to say, conforming to the image of His Son - for God so loved the world that He gave His one begotten Son, even as the most valuable treasure - far surpassing vineyards and lands of milk and honey. The heart, however, shall move unconsciously towards treasured desires - to be evaluated and realigned perpetually: if on earth, it shall cling to fleeting decay and temporary fulfillment, if aligned to an eternal perspective through Christ - blessings of wisdom, peace righteousness, endurance and life eternal. "Jesus saith unto them, Have ye understood all these things? They say unto him, Yea, Lord. Then said he unto them, Therefore every scribe which is instructed unto the kingdom of heaven is like unto a man that is an householder, which bringeth forth out of his treasure things new and old" - Christ reveals that the scribe, that is to say, reporter of spiritual dimensions shall have no obsession with earthly treasures, even after selling all physical possessions to obtain the Kingdom field; instead, he is store, cherish and behold the experiences, realities and secrets of God - even where no rust can devour, nor man can steal.

Jeremiah 9:22-24
[22] Speak, Thus saith the LORD, Even the carcases of men shall fall as dung upon the open field, and as the handful after the harvestman, and none shall gather them. [23] Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty man glory in his might, let not the rich man glory in his riches: [24] but let him that glorieth glory in this, that he understandeth and knoweth me, that I am the LORD which exercise lovingkindness, judgment, and righteousness, in the earth: for in these things I delight, saith the LORD.

15/09/2025

God is Love: Good Countenance

Matthew 6:16-18
[16] Moreover when ye fast, be not, as the hypocrites, of a sad countenance: for they disfigure their faces, that they may appear unto men to fast. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. [17] But thou, when thou fastest, anoint thine head, and wash thy face; [18] that thou appear not unto men to fast, but unto thy Father which is in secret: and thy Father, which seeth in secret, shall reward thee openly.

Christ first revealed the hypocricy of the pharisees that seek the attention, praise and recognition of men: documented alms giving, choreographed worship and repetitive, lengthy prayer. Now revealing the opposite: lowliness is to be in heart and spirit - not the outward appearance of humility. Two snares of equal folly: one which exalts the self to prove God's goodness and activity; one which defiles the self to prove God's sovereignty and intervention. A warning against obsessive outward displays: the anointing of His spirit shall gift the fruits of santification, even without excessiveness, force or demonstration. Christ reveals a narrow path where less is more, even whilst the world erroneously promotes earthly addition for benefit - only foresake the appearance of sacrifice with lowly countenance, even as each subtraction gifts more joy, life and spiritual abundance.

Daniel 1:8, 10-15
[8] But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king's meat, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself. [10] And the prince of the eunuchs said unto Daniel, I fear my lord the king, who hath appointed your meat and your drink: for why should he see your faces worse liking than the children which are of your sort? then shall ye make me endanger my head to the king. [11] Then said Daniel to Melzar, whom the prince of the eunuchs had set over Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah, [12] Prove thy servants, I beseech thee, ten days; and let them give us pulse to eat, and water to drink. [13] Then let our countenances be looked upon before thee, and the countenance of the children that eat of the portion of the king's meat: and as thou seest, deal with thy servants. [14] So he consented to them in this matter, and proved them ten days. [15] And at the end of ten days their countenances appeared fairer and fatter in flesh than all the children which did eat the portion of the king's meat.

14/09/2025

God is Love: Forgiving Them

Matthew 6:14-15
[14] For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you: [15] but if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

After Christ expounds the LORD's Prayer - He goes on to repeat and highlight the key issue of forgiveness. The absolute spiritual gem of prayer and divine intimacy - bringing alignment to His Kingdom and Christ-likeness. The Spirit of mercy: a forgiving spirit is the mark of one who has, himself, recieved forgiveness. Any proclivity towards resentment, hope for vengeance and the sufferings of others is indicative of not knowing The Father, neither His Son. A spiritual road-block and a snare of darkness at heart, that which withholds blessings, growth and the receiving of grace for transformation. Christ liberates His disciples from all manners of evil and bo***ge; the unsaved relentlessly seek fleeting identification, earthly alliance and rejoicing in wickedness - unknowingly inheriting hatred, grudges and unforgiveness that directs their souls towards hell, even carried onto their future seed. These continue to suffer; both within and outwardly - inviting a multitude of enemies in flesh and spirit. Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. Christ had forgiven all, even blamed none - so too must His followers.

Luke 23:34
[34] Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots.

13/09/2025

God is Love: The Counsel Of God

Matthew 6:9
[9] After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.

Christ does not necessarily ask for the repetition of the following words; rather, bringing revelation and understanding to model precise prayer - that which recalibrates the heart to communion and aligns the spirit to acurate devotion. "Our Father": one God and one Spirit, regardless of the thoughts, emotions and personal beliefs of men - He is sovreign over all, rewarding and rebuking according to His love, mercy, expectation and holiness; "And ye have forgotten the exhortation which speaketh unto you as unto children, My son, despise not thou the chastening of the Lord, Nor faint when thou art rebuked of him: For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, And scourgeth every son whom he receiveth. If ye endure chastening, God dealeth with you as with sons; for what son is he whom the father chasteneth not? But if ye be without chastisement, whereof all are partakers, then are ye bastards, and not sons. Furthermore we have had fathers of our flesh which corrected us, and we gave them reverence: shall we not much rather be in subjection unto the Father of spirits, and live? For they verily for a few days chastened us after their own pleasure; but he for our profit, that we might be partakers of his holiness. Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous, but grievous: nevertheless afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which are exercised thereby". "Hallowed be thy name": intimacy, honesty and vulnerability is promoted in His presence - yet, fear, reverence and the exaltation of His name alone shall be given with equal measure.

Matthew 6:10
[10] Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.

It is God's Kingdom that will be revealed, even currently at work within those whom believe and repent. A position of voluntary submission, even as lambs to the slaughter: knowing that His nature and judgement is perfect; containing the greatest plan for purity, peace, righteousness and aligned living unto an unchanging Kingdom. The trees are joyful in pruning; the gold is delighted in refining. That which is unaligned: from personal behaviours and erred beliefs, even outward people and places, all must be sacrificed willingly - handing over to God faithfully, to be replaced by the greater. A disciple shall be made unto the image of Christ, even by the promised plan of predestination: adopting His Spirit, heart and mind - even His strength, obedience, humility and endurance to suffer all trials according the The Fathers will - knowing that glory and eternal life shall be experienced at each resurrection.

Matthew 6:11
[11] Give us this day our daily bread.

The manna, that is to say, bread in the wilderness grew stale at the end of each day, even though it was supplied from Heaven; The LORD had commanded Moses to go out and receive fresh sustenance each morning - symbolic of continuous rebirth, even revival and rejuvenation. All previous lessons, experiences, even scriptures and sermons that provided healing, revelation and comfort in the past must be given lesser importance. A prayer is to be searching for new wisdom, new understanding and new enlightenment from His Word and Spirit: such is His will, gifting perpetual growth and santification, away from conditioned paradigms - protecting from spiritual decay forevermore.

Matthew 6:12
[12] And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.

Entering prayer by posturing the heart towards the forgiveness of both known and hidden personal sins; more importantly - removing the grudges, bitterness, unforgiveness and resentment that is held against others; lest prayer falls on deaf ears.

Matthew 6:13
[13] And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.

To always be away from temptations: both from the desires of the flesh and the fallen nature within - lust, anger, even hatred and slothfulness are but a few to mention. Indeed, the world and the heathens hold wickedness that is rampant, violent and infectious - disciples are to pray for the protection away from such darkness and death. A final submission: whatever may come, it is for the perfecting of Christ-likeess amongst His kin, always towards His Kingdom. All is by His power. All for His glory.

Psalm 16:1, 5-11
[1] Preserve me, O God: For in thee do I put my trust.[5] The LORD is the portion of mine inheritance and of my cup: Thou maintainest my lot. [6] The lines are fallen unto me in pleasant places; Yea, I have a goodly heritage. [7] I will bless the LORD, who hath given me counsel: My reins also instruct me in the night seasons. [8] I have set the LORD always before me: Because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved. [9] Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoiceth: My flesh also shall rest in hope. [10] For thou wilt not leave my soul in hell; Neither wilt thou suffer thine Holy One to see corruption. [11] Thou wilt shew me the path of life: In thy presence is fulness of joy; At thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.

12/09/2025

God is Love: Spirit And Truth

Matthew 6:7-8
[7] But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking. [8] Be not ye therefore like unto them: for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him.

Christ had first exposed the vanity of outward shows of charity, even the folly of excessive outward worship. Now, He reveals that effective prayer is achieved through quiet sincerity, trust and alignment of heart - rather than the mechanics of length and repetition; quality over quantity, always. A faithful encouragement: be not concerned by the dynamics, intricacies and structure of the prayer and worship that is heard amongst the pharisees and heathen - The Father knows each individual need of spirit and flesh, even before it can be uttered. Speech is certainly necessary to sway men and influence earthly dealings - The Father, however, cares very little for verbosity and ritualistic performance: words are only the final expressions of the spiritual groanings that already exist within. A heartfelt communion with internal devotion is far more important - such is His love, the master wordsmith and the mute man shall have equal access to The Father through Christ; sincerity, not words, shall convey their prayer.

John 4:23-26
[23] But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him. [24] God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth. [25] The woman saith unto him, I know that Messiah cometh, which is called Christ: when he is come, he will tell us all things. [26] Jesus saith unto her, I that speak unto thee am He.

11/09/2025

God is Love: Prayer

Matthew 6:5-6
[5] And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. [6] But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly.

Christ continues to groom His disciples - separation from the world had been achieved, now, vital consecration from Babylon is prioritized. A warning against excessive outward shows: Christ reveals a spiritual existence that transcends religious duties. The hypocrites chose devotion with publicity; the true followers of Christ elected privacy with God - the bridegroom is not found intimate amongst the crowded marketplaces, rather in secluded and hidden chambers with His beloved. A poor reward indeed for the pharisees: trading the audience of heaven for the sightings and approval of men - creating a spiritual display without genuine seeking. Instead, prayer that is far from performance is to be sought - a holy encounter with close fellowship emanating from the heart. The closet, even the inner sanctuary for a disciple: all distractions are foresaken, without the prerequisite for theatrics - the Kingdom of heaven is neither here nor there, rather within.

Luke 5:16
[16] And he withdrew himself into the wilderness, and prayed.

10/09/2025

God is Love: Separate Hands

Matthew 6:1-4
[1] Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. [2] Therefore when thou doest thine alms, do not sound a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may have glory of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. [3] But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth: [4] that thine alms may be in secret: and thy Father which seeth in secret himself shall reward thee openly.

Christ addresses the key issue of seeking honour from men: there are certainly good and legitimate activities to participate in, yet becoming easily corrupted and misaligned. An internal evaluation: is there a hint of hope in vain-glory, temporary praise or momentary acknowledgement from other men? The kingdom worker is to never expose, dwell on or boast in His acts of giving: the left hand must be uniformed about the works of the right hand - if the body is to be separated during service, how much more so wasteful is public perception? Announcement of charity is surely folly - Christ warns on the dangers of self-righteousness, where kindness becomes a stage performance. The Father sees all in secret: all activities, all efforts, even all sufferings and sacrifices - the works that glorify God in the presence of men are to be in the spiritual realm; mercy, forgiveness, gentleness, humility - these are to be experienced, rather not seen - such is the inner righteousness that exceeds the outer works of the pharisees.

John 12:43
[43] for they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God.

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