The Thief, Accountability, and Abundant Life

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  Title: Understanding John 10:10, Exodus 22, and the 8th Commandment In the Bible, several verses and teachings emphasize the importance of upholding God's commandments and living a righteous life. Among these are John 10:10, Exodus 22, and the 8th Commandment ("Thou shalt not steal"). Let's explore these passages and how they are connected to the concept of accountability and the promise of abundant life in Jesus. John 10:10 : This verse is part of a larger teaching where Jesus contrasts Himself as the Good Shepherd with the thief. Jesus says, "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came that they may have life and have it abundantly." Here, the thief can be interpreted as the enemy, including Satan, whose intentions are purely destructive and harmful. In contrast, Jesus brings life and abundance to those who follow Him. Exodus 22 : In this passage, God outlines laws for restitution and justice, including how to handle theft. A thief is held
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God delivers the Broken-hearted

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 Dear Broken-hearted,


I want you to know that God sees you. He sees your pain, your struggles, and your heartache. You are not alone in your suffering, and you can take comfort in the fact that God is with you every step of the way.

In Psalm 34:18, we read that "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." This verse is a powerful reminder that God is always present, even in our darkest moments. He is a loving and compassionate God who cares deeply about each and every one of us.

It's important to remember that God is a deliverer. He is capable of delivering us from any situation, no matter how difficult it may seem. In 2 Corinthians 1:10, we read that God "delivered us from such a deadly peril, and he will deliver us again. On him we have set our hope that he will continue to deliver us." This verse is a powerful reminder that we can trust in God to deliver us from any trial we may face.

But the ultimate example of God's deliverance is seen in His Son Jesus. Jesus went to the cross for all of us to have victory over sin and death. In John 3:16, we read that "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." This is the ultimate demonstration of God's love for us - that He would send His own Son to die for us so that we could be saved.

So, if you are feeling broken-hearted, I encourage you to turn to Jesus. He is the one who can heal your pain and restore your joy. In Matthew 11:28-30, Jesus says, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." This is a call to action for all broken-hearted people - to come to Jesus and find rest for your soul.

In conclusion, remember that God sees you, He is a deliverer, and His Son Jesus went to the cross for all to have victory. I encourage you to turn to Jesus in your brokenness and find healing and restoration. May God bless you and keep you always.


In HIS Service,


JK. Woodall,Ph.D.

www.jkwoodallministries.com 

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