Day 34

Have you ever tried to fit in somewhere but no matter how hard you tried you just didn't? 

Today I interviewed four missionary applicants who want to come to Korea. Now, if you have ever sat in an interview or conducted an interview you will know that there are certain things both parties are looking for to find out if they belong where they are trying to apply. An applicant tries to convince the interviewer that they indeed do belong where they are applying. But the interviewer checks to make sure they they are a good fit and meets all the requirements.

In today's reading we read about King Cyrus who made a decree for Judah to return to Jerusalem and rebuild the temple. But when those people returned they took a census so see if the people returning to the holy city were indeed part of the family. Some had tried to return with the exiles but could not prove their identity (Ezra 2:59-60). 

We need to be careful who we let in our inner circles. We should not let just anyone in, but those who are children of the Lord Jesus and only those who will serve to better us in the Kingdom. As we continue through the Scriptures we will begin to read about guarding our company and walking in the counsel of the righteous. 

So I will ask you this: Who do you keep company with? Do they belong to the family of God? Is the fruit of the Spirit evident in their life? Or are they impostors seeking entry into your life for what ever reason and with whatever motive. I pray that you will prayerfully consider this as we continue through our reading.

In Christ,

Jay