Genesis 4

ByMatt Fitzwater

Cain didn’t do what was right, and God didn’t accept his gift. I wonder if he offered up a bunch of old stuff, stuff he typically feeds to his animals? Here are some moldy carrots, I usually give to the donkies. Regardless, it reminded me of the verse in Romans.

‘And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice—the kind he will find acceptable. This is truly the way to worship him. ‘

Romans 12:1 https://www.bible.com/bible/116/ROM.12.1

Could Cain have apologized to God and tried again? Is that a reminder to try again when we fall short? We’ve got to keep on keepin’ on.

Do I give my best? I’m not really good at that living and holy sacrifice. Lord, help me to do my best. Thank you for your patience, grace, and mercy. Thank you for the perfect sacrifice of Jesus, who makes us acceptable to you. Amen.

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