Exodus 22-24, Psalm 24
Exodus 23:4-5 (NLT)
“If you come upon your enemy’s ox or
donkey that has strayed away, take it back to its owner. If you see that the
donkey of someone who hates you has collapsed under its load, do not walk by.
Instead, stop and help.”
Exodus 23:4–5 contains laws that promote kindness and
compassion. The Lord tells Moses that if someone sees their enemy’s animal
wandering off, they are to return it. If an enemy’s donkey collapses under its
load, they must stop and help rather than ignore the situation. Father-God
established these laws so His people could live peacefully with one another,
emphasizing justice, compassion, and responsibility. The Lord encourages
kindness even toward one’s enemies and calls His people to take practical steps
toward peace and reconciliation.
These verses remind me that I am called to reflect the
Lord’s character even toward those who dislike or oppose me. Christ offers
salvation to everyone, including those who were once His enemies. I cannot
claim to love others if my actions do not reflect that belief. This law teaches
us to overcome hostility with intentional acts of goodness. My feelings toward
someone cannot determine whether I treat them rightly.
There are people in my church community who are not enemies,
yet for various reasons we do not connect well. I can sense that they do not
care for me, but because we share the same community, I choose to treat them
with kindness and respect. I know I would not be able to do this without the
guidance of the Holy Spirit. I have seen the value of choosing kindness within
a community—setting aside personal feelings so that the work of the Lord can
continue and others can be drawn to Him.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place
your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who gave His people laws that promote peace
and compassion—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in
prayer, expressing your trust, your desire to walk with Him, and your
willingness to welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and ready
to meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for
all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart
that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is
my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of
salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made
new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
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