Give God the Glory!

 

No matter where we live, we all seem to have a different perspective of the world around us. There are many places in which one see everything around them as dirty and worn out even while others will see the same places as places of vast opportunities to serve God, His people, and His whole creation.

There are other places where one will just be amazed at God's beautiful creation. I have heard many times in the last few weeks from people who have been outside at night and have just been in awe over the brilliance of the stars. While they may experience the awesome wonder in God's creation, others may experience this very same sky with a feeling of emptiness and aloneness.

What we see around us, is a matter of perspective. It is a perspective that comes from where we've been, where we are, and where we're headed. 

For those who dwell in the presence of God, we are most blessed because we can most often see the glory of His whole creation: the world and all that is in it; including all who live in it (Psalm 24:1)

"Lift up your heads, O gates!
    and be lifted up, O ancient doors!
    that the King of glory may come in.
Who is this King of glory?
    The Lord of hosts,
    he is the King of glory. Selah"
                                Psalm 24:9-10

It really doesn't matter how we presently see things; it all belongs to God. Give Him the glory!

God's Peace - Pr. J

Acts 24 Truth

Acts 24
Have you ever been in the position where no matter what you say to defend yourself; what you believe or what you have done, you continued to be attacked? It seems that there will always be those who just always have to be right and refuse to hear the truth. They refuse to accept the truth and they will go to all lengths to persecute those who desire to speak the truth. Jesus was not found guilty; but, he was crucified. Paul is tried over and over again. He has not been found guilty; but, his accusers are always ready to accuse him in their attempts to be rid of him. Paul, an innocent man, spends an inordinate amount of time under guard as the Jews continue to attempt to discredit him.

Paul is locked up and one would suppose that this would keep him from speaking the truth about the resurrection through Jesus. At least, that's what the Jews want; for the truth to be silenced. But, no, it does not have that effect. In fact, the bondage enables him to testify over and over again to the truth. There are still jailers and judges as well as the Jews, themselves, who accuse him who must listen over and over again to the truth of Jesus the Messiah.

I know I'm repeating this; but, let me say it again.... God knows what He's doing. He has a plan. Speak the truth. Testify to His goodness through Jesus Christ. Do not be afraid. He is with you now and always and works all things for the good of those who love Him according to His purpose. (Romans 8:28)

May God grant us the strength and the courage to speak the truth in love, always, for His glory.

God's Peace - Pr.