“Then God said, “Let the earth produce every sort of animal, each producing offspring of the same kind—livestock, small animals that scurry along the ground, and wild animals.” And that is what happened. 25 God made all sorts of wild animals, livestock, and small animals, each able to produce offspring of the same kind. And God saw that it was good.” Genesis 1:24-25 NLT
“You shall not commit adultery.” Exodus 20:14 “You have heard the commandment that says, ‘You must not commit adultery.’ 28 But I say, anyone who even looks at a woman with lust has already committed adultery with her in his heart.“ Matthew 5:27-28 NLT
God of faithfulness,
God spoke for the seventh time and there was an abundance of life but animal life and though some do pair for life, as swans do I believe, some will keep several mates like lions so they can be more productive!
The seventh commandment reminds us that this is not the day we were created. Life is more than just breeding. It is about relationships. Being faithful to You, God and being faithful in all our relationships. Relationships do fail and there is forgiveness where it is impossible to go on. Where their is danger or unacceptable behaviour. But it seems that Jesus is saying we should not even be looking or thinking or comparing.
Thank You for the gift of marriage and those who have made a commitment to be together for life. For the stability of society we pray that You will help this and the next generation to value and appreciate the value of lasting relationships and fidelity and the value of family.
In Jesus name we pray, Amen.
God of faithfulness,
We pray:
For all our family, friends, neighbours, our church family. For our neighbours old and new.
For our town, our local council and the well being of locality.
For those getting married and those seeking help through marriage guidance.
For Gaza and the Middle East, not just containment but an end to the terrorism without bloodshed. A miracle Lord.
For Putin, the Russian people and end to war in Ukraine. Let it not go on endlessly Lord.
For help, relief and comfort for those in need in Afghanistan, Libya and Morocco. For ongoing aid and medical agencies.
Help the next generation to value staying faithful in marriage and relationships and to work through the tough times.
For ourselves, that we would be faithful in all our relationships and faithful to You.
In Jesus name we pray, Amen.
Worship Tuesday 24th October 2023
Based on Psalm 51 written by David in repentance for Bathsheba. Words which challenge us regardless of whether we live together, alone or still with parents to keep sin from finding room to settle in our hearts.
Create in me a clean heart, O God,
And renew a right spirit within me.
Create in me a clean heart, O God,
And renew a right spirit within me.
Cast me not away from Thy presence;
Take not Thy holy Spirit from me.
Restore unto me the joy of Thy salvation;
And renew a right spirit within me.
Lyrics: Keith Green