J.A. Matteson
Religion is vile, and acts of piety void of righteousness are an abomination. "Did you present Me with sacrifices and grain offerings in the wilderness for forty years, O house of Israel?" (Amos 5:25). The LORD sits enthroned in heaven discerning the thoughts and intents of the heart. Appearances are deceiving, even the unskilled mariner appears competent on calm seas. The righteous shall live by faith, and the sacrifice they bring they offer continually, that of a humble spirit and contrite heart. In seasons of abundance they give thanks to God and dare not give glory to another. In scarcity the confession of their lips is the goodness and mercy of the LORD, who graciously bestows gifts upon men undeserving. In all things and at all times trust in the goodness of God and His wisdom is the righteous sacrifice pleasing in His sight.
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