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5月14  2026年:每月講道;與主同行

何炳傑博士專欄; 5月14  2026年:每月講道;與主同行
True and false piety
Dr. Joseph Ho ; May 14 2026; Monthly Sermon
The special woman in the Bible – Sarah聖經中的奇女子─撒拉
2026年5月22日
創世記第33章是關於和解、謙卑、憐憫與神醫治能力的強而有力章節。經歷多年恐懼、罪疚與分離後,雅各終於與他的兄弟以掃面對面——那個曾經被他欺騙的兄弟。雅各原本以為會是憤怒和報復,卻意外地遇見了恩典。
在見以掃之前,雅各向地鞠躬七次。這不僅僅是文化上的象徵;它展現出一顆已經蛻變的心。過去的雅各布很會操控、自我保護,且被恐懼驅使。但在上一章與上帝掙扎後,他現在以謙卑和悔改的態度面對破碎的關係。
令人驚訝的是以掃的回應。以掃沒有恨意,而是跑向雅各,擁抱他,與他一同哭泣。這一刻反映出神如何柔軟人心,恢復看似無法醫治的痛苦。有時我們害怕面對過去、承認錯誤或修復關係。然而創世記33章提醒我們,神常常先行一步,以憐憫為我們預備道路。
雅各對以掃說了一句意義深遠的話:
「因為見到你的臉,就像見到上帝的臉,現在你已經好好接納了我。」
雅各在和好本身中認出了神的恩典。當寬恕發生,當和平取代敵意,當憐憫戰勝審判時,我們得以窺見神的心意。
創世記33章也教導,真正的屬靈轉變不僅在私人禱告中體驗,也在我們如何對待他人中顯現。雅各與上帝的相遇改變了他對待弟弟的方式。真誠與神同行會帶來謙卑、平安,以及對恢復的渴望。
即使在今天,許多信徒仍掙扎於破裂的關係、舊傷、遺憾或害怕衝突。本章鼓勵我們不要永遠逃避。上帝能夠醫治看似受損的事物。祂能賜予悔改的勇氣、和解的智慧,以及寬恕的恩典。
我們祈禱:
天父,感謝祢賜予創世記33章的信息,並向我們顯現祢慈悲與和解的心。主啊,很多時候我們心中都帶著恐懼、罪疚、驕傲和痛苦。我們避免困難的對話、破裂的關係和過去的傷口。但祢是恢復被撕裂之物的神。
教導我們像雅各一樣謙卑地行走。把驕傲、苦澀和硬硬從我們心中移除。賜我們勇氣,在和解可能的地方尋求和平。幫助我們寬恕他人,就像祢原諒我們一樣。
主啊,軟化每顆受傷的心。療癒因憤怒或誤解而分裂的家庭、友誼、教會與關係。請讓你的恩典先行,預備道路,就像你為雅各與以掃的會面預備一樣。
對於今天感到焦慮或負擔的信徒,請用祢的平安充滿他們。提醒他們你已經在幕後工作了。有恐懼的地方,就釋放信心。有羞恥的地方,就放寬恕。在破碎的地方,釋放療癒。
願我們與祢的相遇不僅改變我們的禱告,也改變我們的行動、態度與人際關係。讓世界透過我們彼此對待的方式,看見祢的愛。
奉耶穌基督的名禱告,阿們。
 
May 22 2026
Genesis 33 is a powerful chapter about reconciliation, humility, mercy, and the healing power of God. After years of fear, guilt, and separation, Jacob finally comes face to face with his brother Esau — the brother he once deceived. Jacob expected anger and revenge, yet instead he encountered unexpected grace.
Before meeting Esau, Jacob bowed himself to the ground seven times. This was not merely a cultural gesture; it revealed a heart that had been transformed. The old Jacob was manipulative, self-protective, and driven by fear. But after wrestling with God in the previous chapter, he now approached his broken relationship with humility and repentance.
What is remarkable is Esau’s response. Instead of hatred, Esau ran to Jacob, embraced him, and wept with him. This moment reflects how God can soften hearts and restore what seemed impossible to heal. Sometimes we carry fear about facing our past, confessing our wrongs, or restoring relationships. Yet Genesis 33 reminds us that God often goes before us, preparing the way with mercy.
Jacob said something deeply meaningful to Esau:
“For to see your face is like seeing the face of God, now that you have received me favorably.”
Jacob recognized God’s grace within reconciliation itself. When forgiveness happens, when peace replaces hostility, and when mercy triumphs over judgment, we catch a glimpse of God’s heart.
Genesis 33 also teaches that true spiritual transformation is not only experienced in private prayer encounters, but also revealed in how we treat people. Jacob’s encounter with God changed the way he approached his brother. A genuine walk with God produces humility, peace, and a desire for restoration.
Even today, many believers struggle with broken relationships, old wounds, regrets, or fear of confrontation. This chapter encourages us not to run forever. God is able to heal what seems too damaged. He can give courage to repent, wisdom to reconcile, and grace to forgive.
We pray:
Heavenly Father,
Thank You for the message of Genesis 33 and for showing us Your heart of mercy and reconciliation. Lord, many times we carry fear, guilt, pride, and pain within us. We avoid difficult conversations, broken relationships, and wounds from the past. But You are the God who restores what has been torn apart.
Teach us to walk in humility like Jacob. Remove pride, bitterness, and hardness from our hearts. Give us the courage to seek peace where reconciliation is possible. Help us to forgive others just as You have forgiven us.
Lord, soften every wounded heart. Heal families, friendships, churches, and relationships that have been divided by anger or misunderstanding. Let Your grace go before us, preparing the way just as You prepared the meeting between Jacob and Esau.
For believers who are anxious or burdened today, fill them with Your peace. Remind them that You are already working behind the scenes. Where there is fear, release faith. Where there is shame, release mercy. Where there is brokenness, release healing.
May our encounters with You transform not only our prayers, but also our actions, attitudes, and relationships. Let the world see Your love through the way we treat one another.
In the name of Jesus Christ we pray,
Amen.
 
 

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