There are folks who like to “dicker.” In Mexico and other countries, when the tourist sees something he wishes to purchase, the seller expects to dicker the price. It can be fun as long as neither one is unfairly treated in the transaction.
It is my firm conviction that there are those even in our locality who have an idea in the back of their mind that they will be able to negotiate with God on the Day of Judgment. After all, in this life they can bribe politicians, judges and make “back street” deals to get what they want. “Why not with God?” seems to be the attitude. Let’s notice a couple of verses in the Bible that lets us know that there will be no negotiation with God.
“God in His divine mercy has given to us all things that pertain to life and godliness” (2 Peter 1:3). God in His love and goodness has given us all that we need. In Matthew 7:22-23 some tried to plead their case. Their plea was rejected on the basis that they knew their responsibility but chose their own way instead. Then, this final verse says it all: “Forever, O Lord, Your word is settled in heaven” (Psalm 119:89). The word is settled, no negotiation or dickering. Don’t be deceived, God will not be mocked.
