Who is God like? v. 5 He chooses the poor people of this world to be rich in faith, and allows them to inherit the kingdom of God. Even though from the eyes of the world they may seem to have nothing and thus are belittled, remember that they will be received by God and welcomed in love.
What lesson is God teaching me? vv. 1-4 We must not discriminate and judge people based on their appearance. Jesus himself was not someone to be admired based on his looks, but was the glorified Lord. Therefore judging others based on their appearance is breaking away from the true nature of faith. In your community, do you judge between male and female, young and old, rich and poor, and depending on social standing or education? vv. 6,7 Even though the rich oppressed the poor and defiled the name of Jesus, the people still lowered their heads to them and lifted them up. This is a sin of lifting money and power over God and favoring people based on their appearance. Do you have this same attitude inside of you? This is not the attitude that a believer of Jesus should have. vv. 12,13 We must be aware that we too will be judged and thus have to show compassion to everyone, in our words and actions. No matter whom you meet today give compassion to them. v
May I become poor to the world and give my all to everyone.
