Daily InsPirational MOments with Rev. Dr. Precious Prothro
October 18, 2026
Delivered… Now Live Differently
Throughout the Bible, we see the children of Israel caught in a cycle: disobedience, oppression, crying out to God, and deliverance. Then, often, after experiencing His mercy, they returned to doing evil.
How many times did God have to deliver them before they would learn? WAIT…Before we judge them, we should ask ourselves the same question.
In human relationships, repeated offenses can strain even the strongest bond. We may forgive, but many will eventually establish boundaries or sever ties to protect our peace. God, on the other hand, continues to call us to repentance, offering mercy we could never earn…over and over again.
That kind of love should move us to change.
“Live as people who are free, not using your freedom as a cover-up for evil, but living as servants of God.” (1 Peter 2:16)
God’s forgiveness is not permission to keep doing what He delivered us from. His grace calls us to live differently; to turn from sin and pursue a life that pleases Him. We will not walk perfectly, but we should walk with a heart willing to be corrected and changed.
Israel’s story reminds us of God’s patience, but it also challenges us to examine our response. Are we only asking Him to change our circumstances, or are we willing to let Him change us?
Let’s not become so comfortable being forgiven that we stop being willing to change.
Father, thank You for Your patience and mercy. Forgive us for returning to what You have brought us through. Help us to repent sincerely, change our ways, and honor Your love through the lives we live. In Jesus’ name, amen.