It's so easy and natural to seek revenge. It's is difficult and supernatural to leave it in the hands of God! In this message from the "God In the Ruins" series, Pastor Joey looks at the Book of Obadiah, specifically Obadiah 1:3, 10-15 as the prophet discusses the pride of Edom and the vengeful attitude of this "brother" to Israel. The Edomites were descendants of Esau and therefore blood brothers to the nation of Israel, yet their histories were often characterized by a "Hatfields vs. McCoys" feud. After Jerusalem is invaded, the Edomites rejoiced and even assisted in the devastation to their neighbor. As a result of their pride and sense of superiority, God promises judgement upon Edom. The book shows us that vengeance is in the hands of God, not us! We are to show kindness, hospitality, and brotherly love to our neighbor, not hatred and bitterness. This is the message of the gospel! God's loved us even when we were enemies of the Cross and provided the means for our salvation. Jesus humbled Himself to die for the hostile! The gospel calls us to show the same level of love and compassion. Message preached on Back To Church Sunday, September 18, 2022 at ParkerDC.
