December 30, 2015:  SOAP #2218:  

Scripture:  Revelation (NIV) 16:4 The third angel poured out his bowl on the rivers and springs of water, and they became blood. 5 Then I heard the angel in charge of the waters say: “You are just in these judgments, you who are and who were, the Holy One, because you have so judged; 6 for they have shed the blood of your saints and prophets, and you have given them blood to drink as they deserve.”

Observation:   The angels make note of the appropriateness of God’s judgments.  God is just.  His holiness demands justice!  He is perfect in holiness!

Application:  Those whose sins are forgiven and forsaken will find that God is abundant in grace and mercy, far exceeding what we deserve!  Those who have not accepted Jesus as their Lord and Savior will find that God’s judgments are appropriate in severity and appropriate in nature.

Prayer:   Holy God, I am amazed at your perfect character.  I join the psalmist in worshipping you in the beauty of your holiness.    Amen

Pastor Leon
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