Text: Isaiah 3:8-11
Memory Verse: “Say to the righteous, that it shall be well with him, for they shall eat the fruit of their doings” (Isaiah 3:10).
Righteousness is the state of being right in the sight of God, manifested through your thoughts, words, and actions. It extends beyond just your relationship with God, encompassing your standing with men and even with yourself. However, we live in a world that has been marred by unrighteousness since the beginning, as seen in Genesis 6:5.
In today’s world, truly righteous people are rare, and those who strive to live in godliness often face persecution, as the Apostle Paul noted in 2 Timothy 3:12. Despite the difficulties faced by the righteous, God promises tremendous rewards and blessings for those who remain steadfast in righteousness. These superb dividends include; inner peace that surpasses all understanding; prosperity, divine favour and abundance that God promises to those who obey and serve Him (Job 36:11).
In addition, God promises that those who walk uprightly will lack nothing; they will enjoy His presence as He is always with the righteous, never leaving them alone. The righteous are anointed with power, supernatural strength and joy above others. They enjoy God’s promotion because righteousness leads to exaltation and elevation.
Righteousness is not just a temporal achievement; it is a rewarding feat both in this life and in eternity. Living righteously may invite challenges, but the divine blessings and rewards far outweigh the difficulties. Having been clothed with righteousness through Jesus, will you continue to live a righteous life by God’s grace? It has great rewards.
Prayer Points:
1. I am determined to live righteously. Please help me, Lord.
2. I receive grace to do that which is pleasing to the Lord always.