While the false gods could not answer, God showed up and proved Himself over and above any doubt. Not only was the reality of God revealed, but also the fraud of the false gods and prophets. The prophets were immediately executed for their crime. Do we understand how critical it is to represent God in truth? and in love? If we don't represent in love, we will drive people away. If we don't reveal the Truth, we may be leading people towards eternal demise. Thankfully, though we are not perfect, God is more loving and more powerful than all of us, put together. Sure we make mistakes, but "Many plans are in a man's mind, But it is the LORD'S purpose for him that will stand (be carried out)." (Proverbs 19:21, AMP). We can also have hope in "And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose." (Romans 8;28, ESV) So, Let's not become discouraged in doing good, for in due time we will reap, if we do not become weary" (Galatians 6:9, NASB) but let us continue to work for the glory of God! <3
"Then the fire of the Lord fell and burned up the sacrifice, the wood, the stones and the soil, and also licked up the water in the trench." (1 Kings 18:38, NIV)
While the false gods could not answer, God showed up and proved Himself over and above any doubt. Not only was the reality of God revealed, but also the fraud of the false gods and prophets. The prophets were immediately executed for their crime. Do we understand how critical it is to represent God in truth? and in love? If we don't represent in love, we will drive people away. If we don't reveal the Truth, we may be leading people towards eternal demise. Thankfully, though we are not perfect, God is more loving and more powerful than all of us, put together. Sure we make mistakes, but "Many plans are in a man's mind, But it is the LORD'S purpose for him that will stand (be carried out)." (Proverbs 19:21, AMP). We can also have hope in "And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose." (Romans 8;28, ESV) So, Let's not become discouraged in doing good, for in due time we will reap, if we do not become weary" (Galatians 6:9, NASB) but let us continue to work for the glory of God! <3
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and she will greatly enrich his life.... 22She makes her own bedspreads. She dresses in fine linen and purple gowns. 23Her husband is well known at the city gates, where he sits with the other civic leaders... 28Her children stand and bless her. Her husband praises her: Proverbs 31, NLT) So many times, this passage is used to honour women, as it was meant to. Today, I had a surprise visit from my Dad, running an errand for my Mom, as she had a prior commitment and she wanted to get this done, too. We had a short, distant visit. I'm convinced there's not enough time in the world to visit my loved ones, I just love them so much and love spending time with them. This passage came across my mind and heart, after he left. Yes, my Mom is a blessing, this child does rise and call her blessed (stand and bless her, according to the NLT). :) My Mom is a hard-working, wonderful, kind woman of faith whom I love dearly. There's not enough time in the world to visit with her, because I love her so much and love spending time with her. But my focus was directed to verse 23, "well known at the city gates, ..." The men at the city gates were the political leaders, business leaders, etc respected men who made significant decisions from "the city gates". My Dad is a life-long farmer, businessman, and respected by many. He's spent many years as a greeter at church, which makes me think of a more modern "city gate". I feel very blessed, having "virtuous" parents. As for verse 28, sure, I call my parents a blessing and I seek to bless them. Aside from that, I also had the thought of how comfortable children have to be with their parents to be in that position. Not every parent/child relationship is that comfortable. There are people who outright hate their parents or children. How sad. That is not how life was meant to be. I know that as a parent, I have made many terrible mistakes. I love my children dearly and wish I could go back and fix all my mistakes from over the years. Of course, it's not fully possible. We must do all we can! "If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all." (Romans 12:18, ESV) Especially for our family! <3 Seek God's help in this, it's important! <3 |
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