What does it mean to be ready?

Psalm 50
What does it mean to be ready?
This Psalm is an eye-opener. God tells his people what they are doing right and reminds
them that the sacrifices they make are for their benefit more than his. For God owns
everything on this earth. Verse 10 is a familiar verse. “For all the animals of the forest
are mine, and I own the cattle on a thousand hills.” He goes on to say that he even
knows the birds on the mountains. He says that if he were hungry, he would prepare
something for himself. He makes this point because the sacrifices we make to God are
not based on his need; they're based on our commitment. He talks about a person who
appears Godly on the outside, yet lives an unproductive life on the inside. He describes
the unlawful way a person treats family members, yet claims to be a believer. He warns
of this type of lifestyle. Although it may seem like we're getting away with it, his warning
is that, even though he is silent for now, he will respond powerfully if we don't repent. It
reminds us that life's choices are not supposed to be based on satisfying our desires.
Rather, we are to make decisions that align with God’s plan. In this article, I simply want
to remind you that the thought of God coming first in our lives is only the beginning. This
Psalm reminds us that full surrender is required, disobedience will be punished, and
repentance to faithfully serve God is mandatory. May you see this as an encouragement
to reaffirm your commitment to God. Thank you, my friends. I hope to see you on
Sunday.
Pastor Steve