PHARISEE HUSBANDMAN

Bible Texts: Matt.23:1-4, Lk.12:1, 1Tim.4:2, Lk.13:15, Gal.4:19, Acts 1:1, Matt.5:14-16, 1Pet.3:7-9, 1Cor.15:33, Gen.2:18, Eph.6:4

There is this deception in the world today that has affected negatively the thought pattern and conduct of the husbandman. This is what the deception is. “do what I say and not what I do”. This lie has made Pharisees of many husbandmen. Please, read the Scripture below and note the characteristics of the Pharisee that Jesus Christ, who is the perfect example of the good and godly husbandman, described

Then spake Jesus to the multitude and to his disciples, saying the scribes and the Pharisees sit in Moses’ seat. All therefore whatsoever they bid you observe, that observe and do; but do not ye after their works: for they say and do not. For they bind heavy burdens and previous to be borne and lay them on men’s shoulders; but they themselves will not move them with them with one of their fingers (Matt.23:1-4).

Many times, the husbandman complains about his wife and children. He gets upset that his wife and children do not obey him. But the question to ask is this. Do you practice what you tell them to do? Are you like the Pharisee that puts pressure and expects so much from his wife and children but will not help them bear the burden? These are questions you must answer today, if you want to be a positive influence as the good and godly husbandman in the lives of your wife and children.

As the good and godly husbandman, it is good for you to make demands from your wife and children but it is much more important to support and help them achieve the tasks you have assigned them.

For instance, she cooks for you and the family, does your laundry, takes care of the children, cleans the house and maintains your home, yet you do not think you should ask her how her day went nor say a word of appreciation to her. You must understand that your wife is not your slave. She is not a piece of furniture. She is God’s creation and a gift to you (Gen.2:18, 1Pet.3:7-9). Your child(ren) is struggling with his or her emotions, peer pressure and from physical challenges. In all of these inadequacies, you did not pray with and for them. You did not speak words of hope and encouragement (Gal.4:19, Lk.18:1). Rather, what comes out of your mouth is condemnation and abuse. That is not the approach to making them excel.

As the husbandman who is working to become good and godly, you must not be like the Pharisee. You must understand that what enthrones you in the lives of your wife and children is if they see you practice what you teach. In Acts chapter 1, the Word of God says this. ….of all that Jesus began both to do and teach (Acts.1:1). Jesus Christ is your perfect example of the good and godly husbandman. He is not like the Pharisees. He practiced what He taught and that is the life God wants you to live.

What gives you first place in their lives is when they see you do what you say. Your wife and children will respect you and be prepared to go with you all the way when they can see and experience firsthand that you are a doer of the word of God (Matt.5:14-16).

SPIRITUAL EXERCISE

• Father, in the Name of Jesus, empower me to be the good and godly example to my my wife and children, in all things, and at all times.
• Father, in the Name of Jesus, deliver me from living a double life.
• Father, in the Name of Jesus, empower me to be faithful and be a burden bearer to You, my wife and children.

FAITH CONFESSION

I am redeemed by the blood of Jesus Christ and I am empowered to be like Him in thoughts, words and conduct towards my wife and children because that is what makes me the good and godly husbandman in Jesus name. Amen.

PRAYER FOR CAREER GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

(6^TH FEB TO 15^TH FEB 2023)

Neh.6:9, Deut.24:19, Ezk.5:8, 2Sam.22:35, Job 30:2, Ps.144:1, Ecc.2:11, Is.3:11, Is.5:12, Is.65:22, 1Cor.4:12, Ps.128:2, Ps.78:72, Ps.18:34, Ps.92:4

Day 56

• Father, in the Name of Jesus, fight every contention of the enemy over my career and give me victory
• Father, in the Name of Jesus and by Your Spirit, baptize me with uncommon wits and wisdom that will take me to the top of my career
• Father, in the Name of Jesus, I take authority over ungodly influences working against my career

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Bro. Ebenezer O. Igure

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